MOONLANDER MOTH TRAP Available from stock.
The Moonlander Moth Trap is very compact and portable. Designed and tested by Robert Goodden. Sufficient room for large catches, anywhere in the world. Folds absolutely flat. Carry in hand luggage, on a bike or hike. Neat slip case: carry several in the field on one shoulder. See your catch as the moths fly in – this trap combines the advantages of both sheet for observation and trap to retain the moths which enter from the base not the top. Many traps lose their catch through the top cone in the morning – the Moonlander is closed at the top and holds its catch. Ideal for sampling in remote areas on ultra lightweight batteries.
The Moonlander comes not only with a cone of reticulated foam in the base, but also with a set of reticulated foam moth shelters which are a modern improvement on egg boxes. Given a choice, more moths are found in the foam than in egg boxes. If wet the foam is simply shaken and quickly dries in the air. Foam can be rolled compactly and springs back into shape when required for use.
Moonlander size 40cm diameter, 50cm tall (+ height of feet)
MOONLANDER MOTH TRAP The trap is sold with the battery powered Goodden Light. It can also be used with any other light. We no longer offer actinic lights because the results are well below those with the Goodden light. A Mercury Vapour light works well in the Moonlander and we can quote for this if required.
The new GOODDEN LIGHT is completely new to Entomology. By analysis of the light from Mercury Vapour Robert Goodden has produced a 12V portable version that in tests has frequently brought in catches as good as, and sometimes better than MV. The new GL3 version uses a cluster of short tubes which are more resistant to shock in transit or in the field. There are improved electronics and stronger UV.
Designed to run in remote places using a compact battery. No more lengthy cables. Freedom to use where there is no power supply. Set several traps over a wide area - no generator needed. It can also be used from a car.
Rain-proof. No need to worry about cable joints getting wet - no risk of electric shock - no bulbs shattered in the rain. The light unit is designed for rugged use and is completely encased to give protection from wet weather.
Strong UV. The Goodden Light has more ultraviolet than Mercury Vapour. The new GL3 has even more UV content.
Reverse-polarity protection. If the leads are wrongly connected to the battery terminals, there is a protection that prevents damage to the control box.
Photo-switch. Set the trap when it suits you before dusk. You can go off for supper or a meeting, knowing that the light will put itself on at dusk, when the moths first fly. At dawn the light goes off, saving power and allowing the moths to settle. Very convenient and practical. Once used you will wonder how you managed before!
This light is exceptionally effective and portable. In Europe and the tropics the results have been astonishing, and better than even powerful actinic lights. Catches of up to 400 moths a night in the tropics and in Britain it has often out-performed Mercury Vapour, and always attracted larger catches than conventional portable fluorescent lights.
BATTERY CHARGERS Please see our specially manufactured mains charger and innovative alternative that gives not only a full charge to the field battery from your vehicle when out in the field, but will even charge it fuller than the vehicle battery from which it is being charged!
Everything about both trap and electrics is TOTALLY INNOVATIVE.
Moonlander with Goodden Light £192.00. Runs on a small lead-acid battery. 10Ah battery gives 7 hours or longer.
Please note that we are not supplying batteries, due to difficulties and high cost of carriage.
PATENT PENDING for both the new GOODDEN LIGHT and the MOONLANDER MOTH TRAP.
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MAINS MERCURY VAPOUR Moonlander Moth Trap
Mercury Vapour is the acknowledged powerful light source for attracting flying insects. Mains electricity is required. When using MV light, the Moonlander shower cap must be used because only a few spots of rain will shatter the bulb. Using mains care must be taken not to get any of the electrics wet.
We can quote for Mercury Vapour electrics if required.
