Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) Practice Exam

What are sticky traps designed to do?

1. Attract and kill pests with poison

2. Collect insects without a lure

3. Repel pests using sound waves

4. Trap water to deter insects

The correct answer is: Collect insects without a lure

Sticky traps are specifically designed to collect insects without the need for a lure. These traps have a sticky adhesive surface that captures any insect that comes into contact with it. They are often used for monitoring pest populations, identifying species presence, and gauging the effectiveness of control measures. The absence of a lure makes them straightforward and passive tools, allowing for a clear assessment of pest activity in a given area without external attractants that could skew results. The other options represent different pest management strategies that are not applicable to sticky traps. While some controls do involve lures, such as baits or pheromones, sticky traps rely solely on the physical mechanics of adhesion to capture insects.