High-Volume Capture Technology

Each trap is engineered for serious infestations. The heavy-duty bag design allows for a massive collection capacity, holding up to 20,000 flies before needing replacement. This makes it a “set it and forget it” solution for high-density areas like stables or commercial trash zones.

Advanced Water-Activated Bait Formula

Inside every bag is a specialized water-soluble bait pouch.

  • Quick Activation: Once water is added, the pouch dissolves instantly, beginning a natural fermentation process.
  • Powerful Attractant: The formula creates a potent scent trail that mimics organic matter, drawing flies from a 30-foot radius.
  • Pesticide-Free: Because it relies on scent-based luring rather than chemical neurotoxins, it remains effective even against flies that have developed resistance to traditional sprays.

Eco-Friendly & Non-Toxic Composition

Safety is a core feature of the Bugbane design.

  • Pet & Livestock Safe: The bait consists of food-grade ingredients, making it ideal for use in horse ranches, chicken coops, and dog runs.
  • Environmental Impact: Since the traps are pesticide-free, they do not introduce harmful chemicals into your yard’s ecosystem or groundwater.

“No-Touch” Sanitary Disposal

Designed for users who want to avoid the mess associated with traditional fly control methods.

  • Integrated Entry Cap: The top cap acts as the entrance for flies and the seal for disposal.
  • Mess-Free: When the bag is full, simply snap or pull the cap shut to seal in the contents and the odor.
  • Disposable: The entire unit is tossed in the trash, ensuring you never have to clean out dead insects or handle the bait directly.

Targeted Pest Control

Unlike broad-spectrum traps, Bugbane is precision-tuned to attract filth flies (House Flies, Blow Flies, Bottle Flies, and Flesh Flies).

Note: The formula is specifically designed not to attract beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies, ensuring your garden’s ecosystem remains balanced.

General Product Information
  • Brand: BUGBANE
  • Model Number:

     FlyTra2 – Disposable Outdoor Fly Traps Standard – 2 Pack

     FlyTra4 – Disposable Outdoor Fly Traps Standard – 4 Pack

     FlyTra9 – Disposable Outdoor Fly Traps Standard – 9 Pack

     FlyTra12 – Disposable Outdoor Fly Traps Standard – 12 Pack

     FlyTra4B – Disposable Outdoor Fly Traps Big Bag – 4 Pack

  • Product Type: Water-activated, Scent + Visual Lure
  • Target Environment: Outdoor Only (Gardens, Stables, Trash Areas, Ranches)
  • Target Species: Filth Flies (House, Blow, Bottle, Flesh, and Cluster flies)
  • Bag Material: Heavy-duty, weatherproof plastic
  • Dimensions (Per Trap): 8.5″ L x 8.5″ W x 1″ D (approx. 21.6 x 21.6 x 2.5 cm)
  • Weight (Per Trap, Dry): ~60 grams (2.1 oz)
  • Color: Clear bag with High-Contrast Blue entry cap/visual lure
  • Catch Capacity: Up to 20,000 flies per individual bag
  • Effective Range: 20 to 30-foot radius from the hanging point
  • Active Life: Up to 30 days or until the bag is full
  • Optimal Operating Temp: 70°F (21°C) and above (Activation slows below 65°F)
  • Activation Time: 24-48 hours for full fermentation (faster in direct sunlight)

 

  • Activation Method: Water-soluble internal pouch
  • Bait Ingredients: Natural, food-grade attractants (Dried Egg, Fish Meal, Bran)
  • Safety: Safe for use around pets, horses, and livestock when used as directed

 

  • Hanging Height: Recommended 5–6 feet (1.5–1.8 meters) above ground
  • Placement Distance: Minimum 20 feet from human activity/dwellings
  • Water Requirement: Fill to the designated line (approx. 2 cups/500ml)
  • Hanging Hardware: Comes with a tie for hanging
  • Disposal Method:Tie in a plastic bag. Dispose of entire bag in outdoor waste
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight until ready to use
  • Precautions: Keep out of reach of children.
  • Pesticide Status: This product has not been registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Bugbane represents that this product qualifies for exemption from registration under FIFRA. 
  • Waterproof Rating: Rainproof, Rated for outdoor use.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
  1. Cut the plastic on top of the cap along the dotted line.
  2. Pull open the lure and attach the wire that is included with the trap.
  3. Add water to the fill line indicated on the bag.
  4. Hang trap outdoors, at least 20 feet away from inhabited areas, where flies are located (garbage, compost, dog run, stable) to draw flies away from home entrances and outdoor living areas.
  5. Within 1-3 days, the attractant pouch inside the trap will dissolve and activate enzymes creating an odor attractive to flies.
  6. If water level drops, top up with fresh water as needed.
  7. Replace trap when full or after 3 months, whichever comes first.

To get the most out of your Bugbane Fly Traps, follow these placement and maintenance strategies:

  • The 20-Foot Rule: Hang the traps at least 20 feet away from patios, decks, or entryways. You want to lure the flies away from you, not toward you.
  • Sunlight is Key: Place traps in direct sunlight to speed up activation. If it’s a cooler season, the sunniest spot available will yield the best results.
  • The Warm Water Jumpstart: This helps the water-soluble bait pouch dissolve immediately and kicks off the attraction process hours sooner than cold hose water.
  • Monitor Evaporation: Check the water level once a week; if it falls below the fill line, simply top it off through the entry cap to keep the bait active.
  • Positioning for Wind: Hang the trap downwind from your house or barn so the scent trail is carried into the yard where the flies are, rather than blowing the odor toward your windows.
  • Hang at Head-Height: Flies typically forage for food between 4 and 6 feet off the ground. Itt makes it easier for them to locate the entry point quickly.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

The trap is water-activated and requires a fermentation period to become effective. It usually takes 24 – 48 hours for the bait to fully dissolve and begin emitting the scent that attracts flies. Effectiveness increases as the temperature rises.

 

Hang the trap 20–30 feet away from your patio, doors, or windows. Because the trap uses a strong odor to lure flies, you want to lead them away from your living space. For best results, place it in a sunny spot to speed up activation.

 

 

Replace the bag once it is full of flies or after 30 days, whichever comes first. If the water evaporates before the bag is full, you can add more water through the top cap to keep the bait active.

 

Yes, the bait is non-toxic and pesticide-free, making it safe for use around horses, livestock, and pets. However, the odor is very strong and the contents are unsanitary once flies are caught, so it should be hung out of reach of curious animals and children.

Double bag the trap, i.e. tie a plastic bag around it, then tie another around that, then put it in the outdoor trash. Double bagging with prevent the smelly liquid leaking into your trash can.

Our traps attract all common flies, including: house flies, blow flies, flesh flies, stable flies, phorid flies, drain flies, horse flies, deer flies, cluster flies and tachinid flies.

While it looks gross, this will actually make the trap even more attractive to flies as it will smell even stronger. So you can keep using the trap until it is full, even if maggots start to grow inside.