# Reclaimed Tire Mosquito Traps The Ovillanta Traps Are Made Out Of Discarded Automobile Tires By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-04-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-trap References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/ovillanta-tire-mosquito-trap/42726/) & [grandchallenges](http://www.grandchallenges.ca/wp-content/uploads/NewsRelease-Ovillanta-2016April7-EN.pdf) Researchers working on behalf of the Grand Challenges Canada initiative have developed an exceptionally innovative and useful mosquito trap that is made out of a single [discarded tire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandu-epiq-se). Dubbed the 'ovillanta', this mosquito trap is crafted together out of two 50-cm long sections of tire that are placed together to form a cave-like shape. Some water is placed in the bottom in addition to a non-toxic, milk-based mosquito attractant solution. When female mosquitoes fly into the structure, they lay their eggs on a strip of paper -- that is regularly removed, checked for eggs and destroyed. The system has successfully been trialed in a number of field tests. Ultimately, this innovative tire-based mosquito trap makes for a great way to control mosquito populations, important at a time when the world is grappling with various [mosquito-borne diseases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitecore-nwl30). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Mosquito Traps:** Using reclaimed materials like discarded tires to create effective mosquito traps offers a sustainable solution to controlling mosquito populations. - **Eco-friendly Insect Control:** The development of non-toxic, milk-based mosquito attractants and reusable trap systems promotes eco-friendly methods for insect control. - **Upcycling for Public Health:** The practice of repurposing discarded automobile tires for mosquito traps demonstrates the potential for upcycled materials to address public health concerns. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Environmental Sustainability:** The use of recycled materials and non-toxic attractants in mosquito traps aligns with the industry's commitment to promoting sustainable practices. - **Public Health:** The innovation of tire-based mosquito traps offers disruptive opportunities for the public health industry in combating mosquito-borne diseases. - **Waste Management:** The repurposing of discarded tires in mosquito trap manufacturing highlights the potential for waste management companies to find new solutions for environmental and public health concerns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper-Based Mosquito Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperbased-mosquito-repellent.md) - [Rechargeable Bug-Repelling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-repellent-device.md) - [Chemical-Free Mosquito Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqitter-mini.md) - [Style-Conscious Anti-Insect Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqo-bug-zapper.md) - [Electronic Mosquito Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-mosquito-repellent.md) - [Flying Insects Light Traps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insects-light-trap.md) - [Mosquito-Repelling Outdoor String Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-string-lights.md) - [AI-Powered Mosquito Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bzigo-iris.md) - [Mosquito-Repelling Miniature Diffusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vesperguard.md)