Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard

Name: Bugdorm Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard
Brand: Bugdorm
Price: 360.23 GBP
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All-terrain, modular Malaise trap for canopy-to-ground insect sampling.... Show more

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Product description

The freestanding SLAM trap (Sea, Land, and Air Malaise trap), a canopy trap variant, is a modular flight interception trap that operates on land, over water, or suspended in the air. Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard assembles quickly with shock-corded poles, reduces orientation constraints with cross baffles, and allows component-level replacement to minimize downtime.

Dimensions: L110 x W110 x H110 cm
Net Weight: 1,400 grams
Main Materials: Anodized Aluminum Alloy, Knitted Polyester Netting, Polycarbonate (PC), Polypropylene (PP)
Frame: Shock-corded Aluminum Poles
Mesh Size: White - 108 x 32 | 470 µm Aperture．Black - 96 x 26 | 680 µm Aperture

Detailed Description Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard

Traditional Malaise traps can be time-consuming to erect, require large open areas, and rely on external supports. The SLAM trap addresses these constraints with a self-supporting frame of shock-corded poles and clip points for rapid deployment across varied habitats. Cross baffles provide four-sided interception, sampling all quadrants around the trap and reducing sensitivity to wind direction or sun exposure during placement.

Major components—fabric body, collection head, and shock-corded poles—are individually replaceable to extend service life. The trap body is constructed from fine polyester fabric, providing uniform mesh for consistent interception and long-term field use. Deployment options include ground interception, canopy suspension, daisy-chaining for vertical stratification, and aquatic use with an optional flotation frame.

The Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard can also function as a flight interception trap (FIT, or window trap). In this mode, insects that drop after impact (e.g., Coleoptera) are collected either with an optional bottom collector or with trays or ground cloths containing preservative placed beneath the intercept panel.

The inverted Y-shaped collection head is molded from solid polycarbonate for durability, UV resistance, and high transparency. Ventilation ports, closed by default, allow optional airflow; some studies report increased catch efficiency when airflow is enhanced. A removable moth excluder with 1 × 1 cm grid spacing limits entry of larger insects like Lepidoptera, helping reduce wing-scale contamination. Seat the head on the crossed supporting poles rather than the fabric body to maintain alignment.

Functional Advantages Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard

Four-sided interception: Cross baffles collect from all directions, minimizing orientation bias and simplifying placement.
Rapid setup: Shock-corded poles and clip-on assembly enable quick deployment without external supports; add guy ropes in wind.
Multi-mode deployment: Operates on land, in the air, or over water with an optional flotation frame.
Modular build: Replaceable fabric body, collection head, and poles minimize downtime and extend service life.
Specimen management: Removable moth excluder limits entry of large insects and helps reduce wing-scale contamination.

Field Notes Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard

Placement: Place along trails, forest edges, stream corridors, or canopy gaps.
Collection head: Seat the head on the top junction of the supporting poles, not the fabric. Keep upright, tie securely, and recheck seating after bottle service or line re-tensioning.
Ventilation ports: Open ports can improve airflow but may also admit rainwater, causing preservative dilution. They can likewise accelerate evaporation.
Servicing: Service collection bottles on a regular schedule (e.g., weekly), adjusting for catch volume and weather. Re-tension guy ropes to maintain panel shape.
Preservative and labels: Use ethanol or propylene glycol as appropriate for your analyses. Label bottles with trap ID, date/time, and preservative used.
Hot or dry sites: Provide modest shade to reduce evaporation and top up preservative to prevent desiccation.
Multiple traps: Space units 50–150 m apart to reduce spatial dependence. For canopy-to-ground sampling, daisy-chain SLAM traps on a suspension line over a high branch, and run a secondary rope through each trap's ground loops to keep the column aligned and stable.

Pack Contents Bugdorm SLAM Trap II - Standard