Lanternfly Motel Spotted Lanternfly Mesh House Trap, Green 2-Pack — Chemical-Free Tree Trap for Adults & Nymphs

Lanternfly Motel Green 2-pack is a ready-to-use mesh tree trap that funnels upward‑crawling Spotted Lanternflies and nymphs into a removable mesh “house” so you can catch and dispose of them without chemicals.

Designed and tested in New Jersey, this patent-pending mesh trap uses the insects’ instinct to climb tree trunks to intercept and contain adults and nymphs. The unit ships fully assembled with hooks and thumbtacks, fits most medium and large trunks, and is intended for repeated seasonal use. It works mechanically — no bait, sticky gels, or poisons — and aims to reduce local SLF populations while avoiding harm to non-target wildlife.

How does the trap capture lanternflies and nymphs?

The Lanternfly Motel uses a wide mesh apron that channels climbing lanternflies into a tapered mesh cone and up into a sealed mesh chamber where they cannot escape. Gravity and the insects’ upward movement do the work, so no active maintenance is needed other than periodic emptying. When full, the top string can be untied to open and empty the mesh house and then retied for continued trapping.

• 16-inch apron opening funnels insects from around the trunk.
• Tapered mesh cone guides lanternflies into the top containment chamber.
• Top string secures the mesh house for easy emptying and reuse.
• Mesh construction allows airflow and quick drying between uses.

What trees and settings is this trap compatible with?

The apron opening is sized for trees with at least a 6-inch diameter and works on most common yard and orchard species. For trunks wider than about 1.5 feet, place multiple traps around the trunk to cover additional circumference. The trap mounts from a branch or a supplied trunk hook and uses thumbtacks to hold the apron snug to the bark.

• Recommended minimum trunk diameter: 6 inches.
• Use multiple traps on trunks 1.5 feet or wider for better coverage.
• Can be hung from a branch or the included trunk hook.
• Thumbtacks help maintain contact with bark and funnel efficiency.

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

The design targets only insects that crawl upward on tree trunks, so it avoids attracting birds, mammals, and pollinators. No adhesives, baits, or insecticides are used, reducing risk of accidental exposure to household pets and wildlife. Placement height and secure attachment are recommended to keep the trap out of reach of children and curious animals.

• No pesticides, sticky gels, or chemical baits included.
• Mesh allows beneficial insects to pass if they don’t climb into the cone.
• Install high enough to limit access by children and ground animals.
• Empty and inspect regularly for cleanliness and safety.

How easy is installation and ongoing use?

Units arrive fully assembled and ready to hang; installation requires minimal tools and only the included hardware. Hang the trap from a branch or screw in the supplied hook, smooth the apron against the bark with thumbtacks, and check it periodically. Emptying is simple: untie the top of the mesh house, dump contents, then retie and continue trapping.

• Ships ready-to-use with two traps, two hooks, eight thumbtacks, and instructions.
• Mounting options: branch tie or trunk hook for versatility.
• Routine emptying keeps traps effective across the season.
• Durable materials designed for multiple seasons of use.

Who is this product for: Homeowners, orchard managers, and community volunteers looking for a low‑risk, reusable method to reduce local Spotted Lanternfly populations. It’s suited to gardens, small orchards, and yards with trees meeting the size guidelines and for people who prefer mechanical, pesticide‑free control methods. If you need coverage on large trunks or high infestation levels, combine multiple traps and monitor regularly for best results.