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Use ID guides (books, online resources or apps) to help you identify what kind of invertebrates they are.Ħ. Empty the trap into a tray to see what creatures wandered in. If you prefer to leave it during the day, check it at least every few hours.ĥ. Make sure that the top of the pot is level with the ground, or you won’t catch anything.Ĥ. Fill in any empty space around the pot with soil. Choose a location for your trap on flat ground near vegetation.ģ. Start with these instructions, then keep reading for additional tips and related experiments.ġ. This insect-friendly pitfall trap demonstration by Natural History Museum ecologist Sam Thomas can jumpstart conversations in class or at home about biodiversity and the specific small creatures in your ecosystem. A trowel, a yogurt container, and a tray, you can discover what insects and invertebrates are crawling around your garden or local park.
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