Using the Véto-Pharma Monitoring Station

Professional monitoring system designed specifically for Asian hornets

Professional Design: Véto-Pharma monitoring stations are scientifically designed with optimal color, shape, and entrance system specifically for Asian hornet capture while minimizing bycatch.

Equipment Needed

  • A Véto-Pharma monitoring station (original or VespaCatch Select)
  • Lure liquid in a wick pot or soaked in a sponge
  • Drill with 6mm or 7mm bits (for bycatch holes)
  • Tape for securing lid if needed

Resources and Videos

Compare Monitoring Stations Video Download Véto-Pharma Guide VespaCatch Select Video

Watch comparison videos and access detailed documentation for optimal monitoring station usage and assembly instructions.

Yellow Bowl Design

The yellow color is specifically known to attract Asian hornets effectively.

  • • Scientifically proven color attraction
  • • Enhanced visibility to target species
  • • Optimized for Asian hornet behavior

Concentrated Odour

Monitoring station shape concentrates attractant odour for better diffusion and efficacy.

  • • Maximizes lure effectiveness
  • • Improved scent distribution
  • • Attracts hornets from greater distances

Dual Entrances

Two covered entrances focus odours, shield ambient light, and prevent escape.

  • • Directional odour guidance
  • • Light control for effectiveness
  • • Secure capture system

Setup Instructions

1

Prepare for Bycatch Protection

Drill a series of 6mm holes to allow bycatch escape. For queen-only catching, use 7mm holes.

2

Install Lure System

Open the monitoring station and place the wick pot on the floor. This is more efficient than filling with liquid attractant.

3

Secure the Monitoring Station

Close the monitoring station lid securely. Use tape if necessary to ensure proper sealing.

4

Deploy and Monitor

Position monitoring station in appropriate location. Check regularly and release any bycatch immediately.

Seasonal Bait Guide

Spring

High

March - May

Target:

Emerging queens

Recommended Bait:

VespaCatch Spring Lure or sweet liquid mix

Summer

Moderate

June - August

Target:

Worker hornets

Recommended Bait:

Protein-based lures combined with sweet attractants

Autumn

High

September - November

Target:

New queens

Recommended Bait:

High-energy attractants (honey, fruit extracts)

Note: Use wick pots instead of filling the bottom with liquid attractant - this method is much more efficient and does not kill beneficial bycatch species.
Important Notes:
  • • Use wick pots instead of liquid filling - more efficient and protects bycatch
  • • Drill escape holes to allow beneficial insects to leave
  • • Check monitoring stations regularly to release any captured bycatch
  • • For VespaCatch Select, follow manufacturer's assembly video
  • • Position monitoring stations appropriately to maximize effectiveness