History of the
BugJammer Mosquito and Biting Fly Trap

BugJammer Mosquito Control

The BugJammer insect control device was invented in 2000 and was based on the use of a low frequency dog or human heart beat sound and visual cues to attract biting insects. It was originally designed to capture flying insects such as mosquitoes and biting flies.

In addition to low frequency sound, in certain situations, a secondary signal such as heat, carbon dioxide or a chemical lure was added to enhance mosquito capture. Flying insects attracted by the sound and visual cues, alight on the resonator cap and are captured on a glue sleeve cover. Field test showed the range of attraction to be in excess of 1,000 feet in all directions as long as there was no interference from buildings or vegetation. See the study by Tracey L. Tam at CMAVE (new window)

The non toxic glue is especially designed to hold insects, such as mosquitoes, that land with a very light touch. It is interesting to note that the number and species of mosquitoes vary depending on the type of heart beat sound employed. A low voltage unit, with sound, heat and visual cues is manufactured in the United States for use against for mosquitoes and is sold as BugJammer Home and Garden. Its function is covered by numerous technical and design patents.

Multiple laboratory, field, university and USDA tests demonstrate that low frequency sound can be an importance component in capturing mosquitoes and biting flies.

In the Mosquitos and Red Flies photo, at the right, the Red Flies have been dyed red to improve visibility.

Time Lapsed videos of USDA cage and field tests