The selective
trapping device for Asian hornets (Vespa velutina), called the anti-hornet easel, represents a major advance in protecting honeybee colonies against Vespa velutina. Designed to operate throughout the
beekeeping season, this device offers an
effective solution to mitigate the devastating
impact of Asian hornets on ecosystems and apiaries. Featuring remarkable selectivity, it captures only the targeted
invasive species, thus preserving other insects. Its foldable design facilitates its transport and storage, offering flexibility of use in various environments. The anti-hornet easel is equipped with an integrated sealing
system, ensuring a perfect
adaptation to the structure of the hive and reinforcing its effectiveness. Composed of two separate parts, it optimizes the
trapping of Asian hornets.The first part, called the capture part, guides the hornets to the top of the trap thanks to a convergent shape, and induces an intentional lack of light to encourage the insects to head upwards, where there are light wells, leading them to the second part, called the retention part. The latter is equipped with one-way entry cones, while a calibrated grid ensures the escape of bees and other insects, retaining only Asian hornets. Easy to clean thanks to a quick emptying
system for dead hornets, this device is made with durable materials suitable for outdoor use. Requiring no bait, it exploits the natural behavior of honeybees and Asian hornets, and no energy input is required for its operation.In summary, the anti-hornet easel represents an innovative and
environmentally friendly solution to protect honeybee colonies against the ravages of Asian hornets, thus preserving
beekeeping activity and the balance of ecosystems, while allowing the
free movement of bees and ensuring selective efficiency without restricting entry to the hive.