The Asian Calabronealso known as Vespa Velutina, has become one of the most unwelcome guests of our springs. Threatens seriously the beesputs at risk The balance of ecosystems and sends in panic beekeepers from all over Italyespecially in the regions of the north and the center, where its arrival is now stable. To counteract this pityless predator, a French association, Eurêkaconceived one wooden trap which combines ecology and social inclusion. Now also available for the Italian market, this solution promises to make a difference – and not only against insects.
An intelligent trap that protects bees
Behind the simple appearance of a wooden box A refined system is hidden, capable of attracting and traping the Asian hornet without damaging bees or other pollinators. Each Eureka trap is equipped with Two mm conesdesigned by Jabeprodewhich allow the entrance only to the hornets thanks to targeted dimensions. A special internal grid Then leave all the useful insects free, while blocking unwanted ones.
The secret of effectiveness? A natural bait homemade, mixing Fish waste, jam, dark beer and white wine. An irresistible mix for the queens of the hornets, but completely harmless to bees, butterflies and other allies of our environment.
Thanks to the support of the former beekeeper deputy Robert Therry and to the commitment of the director of Eureka Freddy Legrandmore than 250 traps They were installed in all Monteuillois communities in the north of France. And the results are concrete: they are estimated hundreds of calabones captured by seasonoften before they can form new nests.
How to use the trap for Asian hornets without making mistakes
To be really effective, this trap. Here are some fundamental rules to follow to avoid traping the wrong insects and obtain the maximum result:
A single device can reach capture up to 400 hornets in the middle of the season. What if you don’t even catch one? It is good news: it means that the area could still be saved by the invasion.
From environmental project to a social inclusion tool
But Eureka is not just a trap for Calabroni: it is a human, solidarity and concrete project. For over thirty years, the French association has been helping People in difficulty – former prisoners, people with addictions, individuals in conditions of illiteracy or poverty – a Return to the world of work.
In the Royon laboratory, each trap comes Handmadewith attention and dignity. The artisans also make benches, planters, composters and bird housessold in a Small local solidarity shop. The Eureka trap, is on sale at the price of 70 euros.
