GP Trap OR LURE
This pheromone lure is specially designed for effective monitoring and management of Oryctes rhinoceros (Rhinoceros Beetle), a major pest in coconut and arecanut plantations. The lure releases species-specific attractants that draw adult beetles into traps, helping in early detection and population control. The larvae are yellowish-white and can grow up to 60–100 mm in length, while the adults are stout, shiny dark brown to black beetles with a prominent horn on the head. Males typically have a longer horn than females. The pest breeds in decaying organic matter and completes its life cycle over several weeks, with adults capable of living up to nine months and laying a large number of eggs. Damage is caused when adult beetles bore into the crown of the palm, feeding on tissue juices and creating characteristic V-shaped cuts in emerging fronds. Severe infestations may also damage inflorescences, leading to yield reduction. The use of pheromone lures in bucket traps provides an eco-friendly and efficient solution for pest monitoring and control as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
Key Features & Benefits
- Species-specific pheromone for accurate pest monitoring
- Enables early detection and timely control measures
- Helps reduce crop damage and yield loss
- Eco-friendly and safe for beneficial insects
- Suitable for IPM programs
- Easy to install, use, and maintain
Target Crops
Identification
- Larva: Yellowish-white, up to 60–100 mm long
- Adult: Dark brown to black, shiny beetle (35–50 mm long)
- Distinct horn on head (longer in males)
- Female has a hairier terminal abdominal segment
Life Cycle
- Eggs laid in decaying organic matter or soil rich in organic content
- Egg stage: ~11 days
- Larval stage: 11–15 weeks
- Pupal stage: ~6 weeks
- Adults live up to 9 months and can lay up to 100 eggs
- Active throughout the year in tropical regions
Nature of Damage
- Adults bore into the crown of palms
- Causes V-shaped cuts in emerging fronds
- Feeds on plant tissue juices
- Presence indicated by chewed fibers near entry holes
- Severe infestation can damage inflorescence and reduce yield
Usage Instructions
- Cut open the pack and remove the lure carefully
- Do not touch the lure with bare hands
- Fix the lure properly inside the bucket trap
- Install traps uniformly in the field
- Replace lure at recommended intervals
- Wash hands before and after handling
- Dispose of used lure by burning or burying
Application Details
- Trap Type: Bucket Trap
- Number of Traps per Acre: 1–2
- Lure Life: 120 Days
