Abstract: A first housing has an open end and a sidewall with at least one slot. A second housing has an open first end in operative association with the open end of the first housing. The second housing has an open second end. A fan assembly is secured between the first and second housings to effect a flow of air through the slot and open second end of the second housing. A mesh fabric entraps insects entrained against the fabric by the flow of air through the fabric. A source of light within the first housing attracts flying insects toward the slot and into the first housing. Once in the first housing the flow of air from the fan will entrain the flying insects in a path of movement from the first housing to the second housing and then to the fabric.

Abstract: The present application discloses a flying insect trapping device configured to be used with a fuel supply containing combustible fuel. One aspect of the invention provides a fuel regulator for controlling fuel flow in intermittent pulses and another aspect provides a valve for enabling flushing of the combustion device.

Abstract: A device for attracting and capturing or otherwise disabling insects includes a fan mechanism structured and arranged to provide an outflow of air out of the device to atmosphere, and to draw an inflow directed counter the outflow from atmosphere into the device, the outflow being substantially within the inflow outside of the device. The flow mechanism is also structured and arranged to provide an insect attractant in the outflow. The device can include mounting structure being adapted to position the device with the outflow directed in a substantially downward direction. The outflow attracts insects to the vicinity of the device, and the inflow urges the insects to enter the device. An insect disabling structure is arranged with the flow mechanism to capture or otherwise disable insects being urged into the device by the inflow.

Abstract: Disclosed is a mosquito repelling apparatus with an air filtering function. The mosquito repelling apparatus includes: a collecting container having an inlet, an outlet and a vacant space therein; an ultraviolet ray pylorus lamp installed at the inlet of the collecting container, for trepanning a mosquito; a collecting net installed at the outlet of collecting container; a fan installed within the collecting container such that the mosquito trepanned and killed by the ultraviolet ray pylorus lamp, is sucked into the collecting net during operation thereof; and an optical catalyst-coated layer coated on at least one surface of the collecting container. The mosquito can be killed only with the operation of the fan. The apparatus kills viruses having the mosquito as the mediator and drifting in the air, so that infection of person and domestic animal due to the viruses can be prevented.

Abstract: A collecting container (1) for insecticide apparatus (2) comprises a base wall (9), side walls (10) extending transversely of the base wall (9) and an upper wall (11) engaging the tops of the side walls (10) and in which an access opening (13) is formed for entry of the insects captured by the apparatus itself. In engagement at the access opening (13) is a rocking element (16) movable in rotation for closing and/or opening the access opening depending on the air circulation within the apparatus (2). The rocking element (16) operates at the inside of a surface recess (14) formed in the upper wall (11) and has an obstruction portion (16b) directly active on the access opening (13) to close and/or open the latter and a counter weight (16c) isolated from the air- and insect-passage region (14a) by a partition (17) located within the surface recess itself.

Abstract: The present application discloses a device for attracting and capturing flying insects, and a method for attracting and capturing flying insects. The device and method use at least one electrically-powered airflow generator and an electrically-powered heater.

Abstract: A mosquito trap includes a base, a carbon dioxide container for discharging carbon dioxide to a position near the base, a mosquito collection box mounted in the base, and a fan motor for introducing air into the mosquito collection box. The fan motor creates a wind pressure sufficiently strong to kill mosquitoes trapped in the mosquito collection box.

Abstract: An insect trapping apparatus and associated method attracts insects, such as mosquitos, by emitting a carbon dioxide gas as an insect attractant and producing a heat signature from the insect trap characteristic of a warm blooded animal and a blue light of a wavelength that attracts insects into the insect trap. The carbon dioxide gas is exhausted together with moisture through a vertically extending exhaust tube to minimize cooling of the carbon dioxide gas and minimize condensation of moisture while attracting insects through an inflow channel of an insect trap to trap the insects therein.

Abstract: A method of capturing insects comprises, in one embodiment, provision of an elongated housing which permits airflow between upstream and downstream ends while impeding passage of insects therebetween, a movable closure which is biased into a closed position to hinder access to the interior through the upstream end, and a movable purge valve. In operation, air is evacuated through the purge opening establishing vacuum source within the housing interior, the movable closure is placed proximate to a target insect, and an air pressure differential is created whereby ambient air is drawn into the housing interior at a sufficient flow to cause the movable closure to open, thus creating an entryway into the upstream region drawing the insect into the upstream region to be trapped when the movable closure returns to the closed position.

Abstract: An insect collection device comprises, in one embodiment, a compression chamber movable between compressed and uncompressed positions, an elongated housing defining a housing interior, a partition, and a movable closure. The partition separates the interior into upstream and downstream regions and is constructed to permit airflow between these regions while impeding passage of insects therebetween. The movable closure is disposed on a free end portion of the housing and moves between a first position hindering access to the upstream region and a second position creating an entryway into the upstream region. The movable closure is preferably biased into the first position and is only urged into the second position upon actuation of the compression chamber from the compressed position to an uncompressed position such that insects in a vicinity of the free end are drawn into the upstream region for collection.

Abstract: An insect trap apparatus includes a trap housing having at least one inlet and at least one outlet. A source of suction is located within the housing and is in fluid communication with the inlet for drawing insects through the inlet. Carbon dioxide gas is disposed in the housing and includes a combustion chamber with a chamber outlet. An exhaust system is connected to the CO2 gas source for directing a flow of CO2 from the gas source to the at least one outlet. Insects are caught in a trap cup that is connected to the housing and disposed between the inlet and the source of suction.

Abstract: An apparatus for destroying mosquitoes by luring them into the apparatus where they are killed and their remains are incinerated. In order to lure the mosquitoes to the apparatus a mixture is emitted that attracts mosquitoes. The mixture contains a chemical attractant for mosquitoes that is stored in a container and metered out automatically. The mixture also contains carbon dioxide that is produced by the incineration of the mosquitoes and the chemical attractant. The apparatus includes an electric heater that heats the apparatus so that its skin temperature approximates the temperature of human skin. Once the mosquitoes are within the apparatus, a high velocity stream of recirculated air captures and carries them to a fan where they are killed and shredded. The shredded remains are incinerated to produce the carbon dioxide and to avoid the disposal of captured mosquitoes. Only a small portion of the recirculated air is emitted to the atmosphere thereby minimizing the consumption of electrical energy.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for trapping insects, such as mosquitos, is disclosed. A gas source emits a gas for attracting insects. An insect trap barrel assembly is spaced from the gas source and includes a cylindrically configured housing having an outer wall surface. An air intake wall is spaced from the outer wall surface and defines an annular configured air inflow channel. A fan assembly is mounted within the housing and communicates with the air inflow channel and draws outside air into the housing and traps insects that are drawn into the housing with the inflow of air. The air intake wall is dimensioned and spaced from the outer wall such that the inflow of air into the inflow channel creates a substantially laminar flow of air along the outer wall surface of the housing.

Abstract: An insect collection device (10) comprises an elongated housing (20) extending in a downstream direction between first (22) and second (24) ends about a housing interior. A partition (36) separates the interior (26) into an upstream region proximate the first end (22) and a downstream region proximate the second end (24). The partition (36) is constructed to permit airflow between these regions, while impeding passage of insects therebetween. A movable closure (50) is disposed on a first end portion (33) of the housing to move between a closed position and an open position to create an entryway into the upstream region. A compression chamber (70) is disposed on a second end portion of the housing (20) and moves between compressed and uncompressed positions to urge the closure into the second/open position such that insects in a vicinity of the first end (22) are drawn into the upstream region for collection. A methodology for capturing insects is also provided.

Abstract: A device is provided for the collection and disposal of insects and similarly sized detrital objects. The device includes an air inlet end through which air can be entrained, and an air outlet from which said entrained air is expelled. The device also includes a hollow duct portion through which entrained air passes and a filter means provided between the inlet and the outlet which prevent insects from being expelled through the outlet. Means are provided to create a pressure differential between the air inlet and air outlet of the device, such that air is entrained in the inlet and drawn through the duct portion of the device towards the outlet, additionally passing through the filter.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for trapping insects, such as mosquitos, is disclosed. A gas source emits a gas for attracting insects. An insect trap barrel assembly is spaced from the gas source and includes a cylindrically configured housing having an outer wall surface. An air intake wall is spaced from the outer wall surface and defines an annular configured air inflow channel. A fan assembly is mounted within the housing and communicates with the air inflow channel and draws outside air into the housing and traps insects that are drawn into the housing with the inflow of air. The air intake wall is dimensioned and spaced from the outer wall such that the inflow of air into the inflow channel creates a substantially laminar flow of air along the outer wall surface of the housing.

Abstract: A fan for suction insect-capturing devices comprises at least one blade (9) extending radially away from a hub (10) mountable on a rotating shaft (6) of a suction insect-capturing device (1), to rotate about a rotation axis (X) which is coincident with the hub axis, and defines at least one setting angle (&bgr;) relative to a plane perpendicular to the rotation axis (X). The blade (9) has a leading flap (La) angularly offset at least at a radially external portion (11), in the rotation direction of the fan (Y), relative to radial directions (D) extending from the rotation axis (X) and intersecting said leading flap (La).

Abstract: A flying insect trap includes an insect attracting light located in a generally translucent cover, an axial flow fan to draw the insects into the cover and to force the flying insects onto a sticky, disposable slid-in tray as the air flow impinges thereon prior to exiting laterally through exhaust ports.

Abstract: An insect collection device (10) comprises an elongated housing (20) extending in a downstream direction between first (22) and second (24) ends about a housing interior. A partition (36) separates the interior (26) into an upstream region proximate the first end (22) and a downstream region proximate the second end (24). The partition (36) is constructed to permit airflow between these regions, while impeding passage of insects therebetween. A movable closure (50) is disposed on a first end portion (33) of the housing to move between a closed position and an open position to create an entryway into the upstream region. A compression chamber (70) is disposed on a second end portion of the housing (20) and moves between compressed and uncompressed positions to urge the closure into the second/open position such that insects in a vicinity of the first end (22) are drawn into the upstream region for collection. A methodology for capturing insects is also provided.

Abstract: An insect control station provides an analog signal to a speaker and delivers acoustic energy from the speaker to a resonator positioned in the path of the acoustic energy. The analog signal can be provided from a memory by way of a digital to analog converter, from a digital signal processor, or from a mechanical element. Preferably, the acoustic energy emitted from one or more of the control stations of any of these arrangements is simulative of at least a portion of a heartbeat. The control station can include a surface that supports a pesticide, a gluey substance, an attractant (e.g., a pattern), and can deliver one or more feeding stimulants such as acetone, lactic acid, octenol, heat, carbon dioxide or some other byproduct of respiration or digestion.

Abstract: An insect killing system optimized for mosquitoes uses multiple thermal gradients to simulate the breathing and body heat from animals, including human beings and fowl, to attract insects for subsequent electrocution. The system comprises an elongated, generally parallelepiped housing supported upon a lower base. A heating tower shrouded by the housing supports a spaced apart, generally pyramidal roof. Several slits penetrate the base to permit air entry. An internal fan draws air into the base where the air mixes with scents, pheromones, and/or moisture. Mixed air is blown into and through the heating tower. An internal baffle divides the tower interior into separate, spaced apart compartments. A lower compartment houses a heater, and an adjacent upper compartment vents warmed air to atmosphere, creating numerous separate streams of warmed air that, to an insect, emulate human breathing.

Abstract: A pest control apparatus is provided including a vacuum adapted to suction air from an inlet upon the actuation thereof. Also included is a mechanical housing with attractor means for luring pests to a position where the pests may be suctioned. A trigger means is provided for actuating the vacuum either based on a sensor detecting a pest or intermittently based on expiration of a timer. A one way valve prevents the pests from escaping.

Abstract: A flying insect trapping device configured to be used with a fuel supply containing combustible fuel. The device may include a supporting frame; an insect trap chamber carried on the supporting frame; and a combustion device which may also be carried on the supporting frame. The combustion device comprises an inlet port for connection with the fuel supply, an exhaust port, and a combustion chamber communicating the inlet port with the exhaust port. The inlet port enables the fuel from the fuel supply to flow into the combustion chamber for continuous combustion therein to create an exhaust gas within the combustion chamber. The combustion device further includes a catalyst element disposed within the combustion chamber. The catalyst element has a catalyst body with a plurality of essentially linear elongated conduits for enabling the exhaust gas created in the combustion chamber to flow therethrough towards the exhaust port.

Abstract: An apparatus for destroying mosquitoes by luring them into the apparatus where they are killed and their remains are incinerated. In order to lure the mosquitoes to the apparatus a mixture is emitted that attracts mosquitoes. The mixture contains a chemical attractant for mosquitoes that is stored in a container and metered out automatically. The mixture also contains carbon dioxide that is produced by the incineration of the mosquitoes and the chemical attractant. The apparatus includes an electric heater that heats the apparatus so that its skin temperature approximates the temperature of human skin. Once the mosquitoes are within the apparatus, a high velocity stream of recirculated air captures and carries them to a fan where they are killed and shredded. The shredded remains are incinerated to produce the carbon dioxide and to avoid the disposal of captured mosquitoes. Only a small portion of the recirculated air is emitted to the atmosphere thereby minimizing the consumption of electrical energy.

Abstract: A method for attracting insects to control stations in a centralized system includes the steps of generating at the central node an acoustic wave, propagating the acoustic wave through the hollow tubing, and emitting the acoustic wave at the control station to attract insects into an attractant zone proximate to the control station. A method for establishing a barrier to blood-sucking insects and to animal pests is also disclosed. A barrier is defined by arranging plural control stations relative to a central distribution point. According to this method, a central distribution point is provided with a sound source which generates a sound wave suitable for attracting blood-sucking insects. A branching network of hollow tubing is established in which the hollow tubing is communicatively connected to the central distribution point for receiving the generated sound wave.

Abstract: A pest control apparatus is provided including a vacuum adapted to suction air from an inlet upon the actuation thereof. Also included is a mechanical housing with attractor means for luring pests to a position where the pests may be suctioned. A trigger means is provided for actuating the vacuum either based on a sensor detecting a pest or intermittently based on expiration of a timer. A one way valve prevents the pests from escaping.

Abstract: A device for attracting and capturing or otherwise disabling insects includes a fan mechanism structured and arranged to provide an outflow of air out of the device to atmosphere, and to draw an inflow directed counter the outflow from atmosphere into the device, the outflow being substantially within the inflow outside of the device. The flow mechanism is also structured and arranged to provide an insect attractant in the outflow. The device can include mounting structure being adapted to position the device with the outflow directed in a substantially downward direction. The outflow attracts insects to the vicinity of the device, and the inflow urges the insects to enter the device. An insect disabling structure is arranged with the flow mechanism to capture or otherwise disable insects being urged into the device by the inflow.

Abstract: The invention relates to an insect vacuum trap wherein an elongated housing has a vacuum creating centrifugal impeller therein that creates a negative pressure air stream at a forward opening therein. The exhaust air of the impeller escapes through openings in the housing. A housing or chamber covers part of the openings to create a positive air pressure air stream which is guided by way of a tube toward the forward opening of the housing. Within the housing there is located a mesh basket for catching insects aspirated into the tubular housing. Within the basket there are located pellets which give off debilitating fumes which are carried forward by said positive pressure air stream to exit at the forward end of the tubular housing for the purpose of disorienting the insect and to be able to approach the same with the vacuum at the forward of the tubular housing.

Abstract: A dedicated, vacuum operated, electrical capture device has a shaped capture housing having an inner rim carrying conductors for killing or stunning a pest, to cause the pest to release itself from its position on a surface, and a vacuum suction motor assembly to pull the pest through a telescoping section to a final section of tubing which is accessible to facilitate disposal of the pest. A pest collection compartment situated along the air intake tube includes a flexible door for convenient disposal of the collected pests. The pest collection compartment preferably contains a transparent section so that the user can know when the pest has been withdrawn into the device, will know that the pest is dead, and so that the user can dispose of the pest, preferably without touching it.

Abstract: An insect trapping device generates its own insect attractants of carbon dioxide (CO.sub.2), heat and water vapor through catalytic conversion of a hydrocarbon fuel in a combustion chamber. The hot insect attractants generated in the combustion chamber are diluted and cooled to a temperature above ambient temperature and below about 115.degree. F. by mixing with air, and then the mixture is exhausted downward through the exhaust tube. A counterflow of outside air is drawn into the trap though the suction tube that concentrically surrounds the exhaust tube. Biting insects are captured in a porous, disposable bag connected to the other end of the suction tube. A thermoelectric generator, including thermoelectric modules coupled to the combustion chamber generate power for fans that provide the exhaust flow and the suction flow. Additional chemical attractants may be used with the device to make the trap even more effective.

Abstract: An insect killing system optimized for mosquitoes uses multiple thermal gradients to simulate the breathing and body heat from animals, including human beings and fowl, to attract insects for subsequent electrocution. The system comprises an elongated, generally parallelepiped housing supported upon a lower base. A heating tower shrouded by the housing supports a spaced apart, generally pyramidal roof. Several slits penetrate the base to permit air entry. An internal fan draws air into the base where the air mixes with scent and pheromones. Mixed air is blown into and through the heating tower. An internal baffle divides the tower interior into separate, spaced apart compartments. A lower compartment houses a heater, and an adjacent upper compartment vents warmed air to atmosphere, creating numerous separate streams of warmed air that, to an insect, emulate human breathing. The baffle restricts air flow to create a pressure differential while ensuring adequate residence time to sufficiently warm the air.

Abstract: An insect eliminator is provided including a vacuum adapted to suction air from an inlet upon the actuation thereof. Also included is a bait compartment for attracting insects to a position where the insect may be suctioned. A timer is provided for actuating the vacuum intermittently.

Abstract: The assembly of the invention comprises a comb externally disposed at one end of a housing member adjacent an air inlet opening for separating fleas from the outer skin of an animal. A specific embodiment comprises a retrofit kit combination for converting a hand-held battery-powered vacuum cleaner into a flea removal assembly. A comb assembly has a structural configuration effective to fit in registered alignment with the air inlet opening of the vacuum cleaner for separating fleas from the outer skin of an animal. The comb may be coupled in a fixed manner or be removably secured to the outer distal end of the housing member adjacent the air inlet opening.

Abstract: A trap system for preventing the entry of mosquitos into a defined area consists of a plurality of mosquito traps positioned at predetermined spacings around the perimeter of the defined area. The plurality of traps cooperate to form a barrier to entering the area.

Abstract: A vacuum device having a hand-held intake and collection unit and a hand-held heater/air exhaust tube assembly is used to chase and collect pests, such as insects, and their associated allergens from their harborages. The device has a system of filter assemblies which remove contaminants from the air and exhausts clean air back into the surrounding environment.

Abstract: An insect trap for trapping hematophagous insects utilizes a methanol fuel cell to provide carbon dioxide, water vapor, and heat as attractive agents, and further utilizes electricity generated by the fuel cell to power the electrical components of the trap, thus eliminating the need for an external power source. The fuel cell is mounted in a tubular housing having inlet and outlet ends. The inlet end of a second tubular housing is mounted in spaced adjacent relation to the outlet end of the fuel cell housing. A fan, powered by the fuel cell, is mounted in the second housing for creating an air flow through the fuel cell housing and the second housing. The carbon dioxide and water vapor generated by the fuel cell are drawn through the fuel cell housing and into the inlet end of the trap housing by the air flow, while insects attracted to the device are also drawn into the inlet end of the trap housing by the air flow.

Abstract: Insects are killed by passing through a fan mounted inside a shaft. A pair of agitator tubes having inlets in fluid communication with the exhaust in the shaft direct exhaust from the fan over bait provided to attract the insects. The bait is contained in a receptacle spaced upstream from the shaft and which houses a light source and optionally an auxiliary heat source. The outlets of the agitator tubes are inside the receptacle so that any exhaust diverted from the shaft into the agitator tube will entrain vapors from the bait as the exhaust exits through a vent provided in the receptacle.

Abstract: A portable mosquito killing system for use indoors and out of doors is disclosed. The system includes a base member having a plurality of apertures disposed on a floor and a roof, a canopy member having a flat top section and a plurality of outwardly sloped downwardly disposed sides. A cylindrical tower is disposed between the base and the roof and has an inner shell and an outer network of electrified low voltage wires in a spaced apart relationship for forming an annular zone therein. A plurality of upstanding non-conducting rods are also in the annular zone. A transformer converts current from 120 volts to a lower voltage for delivery to the low voltage wired network. A thermostat maintains the heat emitting tube in an operating temperature range, and a pilot light indicates the electrical operating status of the transformer and the heat emitting tube.

Abstract: A pest collection-disposable device having a means to pull a vacuum or to move air positioned in an elongated air duct forming at least part of the inside of a housing, preferably part of the duct comprises a disposable, telescoping tube containing a pest collector therein or comprising an essentially elongated circular tube containing a flexible flap means, said flap means acting to effect a surge initially of the air flow and spaced down stream a short ways a filter or screen means to stop the pest and when the fan stops, allows the flap to return to its original position to trap the pest between the flap and screen.

Abstract: A device for capturing and exterminating fire ants includes a container, a primary vacuum unit, and an inlet hose. The primary vacuum unit reduces the air pressure within the container such that air is drawn in through the inlet hose. During a collection operation, a user operates the digging attachment to loosen a fire ant mound and collects the mound contents with the inlet hose. Once the collection operation is completed, the user seals all openings to the container against the atmosphere and connects a secondary vacuum source to a vacuum receiving nipple formed in the container. The secondary vacuum source removes air from the container and asphyxiates the fire ants within the container. The present invention also includes a digging attachment attachable to the inlet hose that allows a user to loosen the contents of a fire ant mound for more effective collection.

Abstract: An insect trapping apparatus having a spring actuated vacuum pump for capturing an insect within a container. The apparatus utilizes a nozzle that automatically extends therefrom upon an actuation of the vacuum pump by a user. An insect drawn into the apparatus by the vacuum pump is captured within the container and may be selectively released therefrom by the user without excessive harm occurring to the insect.

Abstract: An air transmissible bag member is mounted coaxially aligned relative to a bug light assembly at a lowermost end thereof to receive bug members dispelled from the bug light assembly and directed into the bag by way of interposed fan assembly between the bug light assembly and the bag.

Abstract: The trap includes an enclosure from which it is possible to draw air therefrom thereby reducing pressure therein. An opening is provided in the enclosure which enables outside air to be drawn therein as a result of the reduced pressure, and through which mosquitoes or night flying insects can be sucked inside the enclosure. A container which is associated with the enclosure and is separate from the device that draws air therefrom receives mosquitoes or night flying insects which have been sucked into the enclosure. The insects should be directed toward the container without contacting the air drawing device. By operating the device in an environment loaded with mosquitoes or night flying insects, most if not all of them are collected inside the enclosure.

Abstract: An apparatus for collecting insects or small objects combines a vacuum cleaner and a disposable trap made of paper and mounted in the intake orifice of the vacuum cleaner hose. a frusto-conical funnel is wedged into the mouth of the trap to secure it and to prevent its collapsing under suction of the vacuum. The trap has a flap to confine the collected items for disposal or preservation.

Abstract: An insect attracting and killing device employs a translucently diffused light source to attract insects and operates in conjunction with a fan-driven air flow to draw the thus attracted insects inwardly into contact with an electrically charged grid.

Abstract: An apparatus for collecting and killing insects which includes a heat source for attracting the insects to a housing, electric conductor means, for connection to a power source, to stun or kill the insects, means for collecting the insects after they are stunned or killed, and means for vacuuming the insects into a collection vessel so that they can be transported away from the apparatus and disposed. The collection vessel may be filled with oil to assure suffocation of the insects. The subject invention also can be employed in combination with conventional appliances having a heat producing element so that insect infestations attracted to the appliance can be easily disposed of by employment of the subject invention.

Abstract: An insect capture extermination system provides a hollow fluid-type housing having an intake channel. A negative pressure assembly secured within the housing is actuated by a proximity sensor which detects insects at the entrance to the intake channel. Also provided is an inner flow permeable membrane which provides particulate barrier to both protect the negative pressure assembly and to capture and store insects between cleaning of the system. Insects are attracted to an insect attraction element, such as sonic, olfactory and phosphoric elements, and pulled into the intake channel of the housing and captured. The system may be adapted for use with food display counters and in residential structures. A proximity sensor maintains the system in a normally-off mode in the absence of insect activity at the intake channel.

Abstract: An insect killer comprises a transparent bottle with a removable lid. Entryways are formed in the sidewall of the bottle to allow insect ingress while restricting or discouraging egress. A fan is mounted to the lid and draws air into the bottle through apertures formed in the lid and forces the air out the entryways, propagating the scent of the attractant to the surrounding areas. Striking means are coupled to the fan so that insects flying inside the transparent bottle will be hit by the striking means. The insects so struck will fall into the liquid attractant held in the bottom of the transparent bottle, where they ultimately drown or are stunned to death by other insects.

Abstract: A flea trap includes a cylindrical housing having a housing lower edge received in contiguous communication with a base upper edge of a housing base. The housing base includes a desiccant powder container receiving a desiccant powder therewithin, with a housing fan and heating grid positioned over the desiccant powder to direct heat and air movement exteriorly of the housing to attract fleas within the housing for their reception within the desiccant powder.

Abstract: A pest collection-disposable device having a means to pull a vacuum or to move air positioned in an elongated air duct forming at least part of the inside of a housing, preferably part of the duct comprises a disposable, telescoping tube containing a pest collector therein or comprising an essentially elongated circular tube containing a flexible flap means, said flap means acting to effect a surge initially of the air flow and spaced down stream a short ways a filter or screen means to stop the pest and when the fan stops, allows the flap to return to its original position to trap the pest between the flap and the screen.