It is a trap specially designed to catch the red weevil, Rhynchophorusferrugineus, one of the most destructive pests of palm groves throughout the world.

Its design is adapted to the biology and behavior of the weevil, due to its roughness and inclination, and it uses the insect’s pheromone as bait, which attracts both male and female adults. Thus, they climb the trap, fall into its interior tank and are trapped.