Lanternfly Motel Spotted Lanternfly Mesh House Trap — 1 Pack, Reusable Non-Toxic Tree Trap

The Lanternfly Motel Spotted Lanternfly Mesh House Trap is a ready-to-use, non-toxic tree trap that funnels upward-crawling lanternflies and nymphs into a reusable mesh house where they are contained and removed.

Designed and field-tested in New Jersey, this patent-pending mesh trap uses the insects' natural habit of climbing trees to guide them into a cone and capture chamber. No poisons, sticky bands, or messy liquids are used—just a durable mesh apron, a cone leading to a top mesh house, and simple hardware so you can install and empty the unit season after season.

How does this trap catch spotted lanternflies and their nymphs?

The trap directs lanternflies as they crawl upward along tree trunks into a mesh cone that funnels them into the enclosed mesh house at the top. Once inside, the insects cannot escape and accumulate until you empty the trap.

• Mesh apron forms a wide 16-inch opening to intercept climbing insects.
• Cone shape channels them upward into the top capture chamber.
• Top mesh house holds captured insects and can be untied to empty.
• Reusable design lets you reset the trap for multiple seasons.

Which trees and trunk sizes will this trap work on?

The trap suits most trees with trunks at least six inches in diameter thanks to the broad apron opening. For very large trunks (around 1.5 feet or more) you may need more than one trap to cover all sides of the trunk effectively.

• Ideal for trees with 6-inch diameter and larger.
• Use multiple traps for trunks wider than 18 inches to cover different sides.
• Adjust installation height to target expected lanternfly traffic zones.

Is the Lanternfly Motel safe for people, pets, and beneficial wildlife?

Yes. The trap targets only insects that climb upward and does not use poisons, glues, or liquids that could harm children, pets, birds, or beneficial insects. The design limits capture to species that naturally move up the trunk.

• No pesticides, sticky gels, or toxic attractants included.
• Mesh prevents larger animals and most non-target wildlife from being trapped.
• Simple removal procedure avoids exposing pets or people to captured material.

What comes in the package and how easy is installation?

The Lanternfly Motel arrives fully assembled with everything needed to hang it and secure the apron to the trunk. If a suitable branch is available, tie the included string to it; otherwise use the provided hook and thumbtacks to fasten the trap directly to the tree.

• One preassembled mesh trap with cone and top capture house.
• One hanging hook and four thumbtacks to secure the apron.
• Quick-start instructions for immediate use and seasonal reuse tips.

Who this is for: gardeners, property owners, arborists, and anyone in lanternfly-affected areas who wants a low-maintenance, chemical-free way to reduce spotted lanternfly numbers. It’s suited for homeowners who prefer reusable, easy-to-install options that target climbing insects without affecting children, pets, or beneficial wildlife.