Abstract: There is provided a device and method for repelling insects. A container having at least one rigid wall and including an enclosed cavity is provided. The cavity is at least partially filled with liquid. The wall and the liquid are able to transmit light. The container is placed in an environment which may be attractive to insects and insects are repelled from the environment. The device may also be used as a novelty item which includes an object in the shape of an animal received in the cavity.