Barrix Hunter - Rhinoceros Beetle Trap and Lure

Barrix Hunter trap & lure to control agriculture pest Rhinoceros Beetle is one of the flagship product developed from Barrix Research & Development Center which is approved by Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Government of India. 

Barrix Hunter Trap and Lure for Rhinoceros Beetle (RB) is an innovative product developed with the help of Atal Innovation Mission for the national importance and social relevance for the benefit of the farmers.

Barrix Hunter is an IPM device which is design protected by Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) - 358122-001.

How Many To Use:

• 1 Trap per acre. If the infestation is more then increase the number of traps.

• Replace Lure every 60days.

Barrix Hunter - RB Trap Installation

Specialties of RB CMET Lure:

• Cellulose Matrix Entrapment Technology.
• Synergistic effect with kairomone.
• 10 times more powerful than ordinary lures.
• 98% pure isomer specific para pheromone impregnated.
• Long lasting performance up to 60 days.
• Biodegradable formulation.
• Non-toxic & eco-friendly.

Specialties of Barrix Hunter Trap:

• Thermo stable, UV Stabilized plastic used and recyclable plastic.
• Research based-pest alluring colour.
• Eco friendly and user friendly.

About Rhinoceros Beetle Pest:

Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros) is one of the strongest and terrible pest which damages Coconut trees, Oil Palm Trees, Date Palm Trees, Pineapple, Agave, Papaya, Yam,  Banana, Sugarcane, Cycas, Areca plantation and other Ornamental Palm species. Their presence is found in several regions of the world. There are no pesticides available to control this pest effectively.

The grubs are the one which damages heavily, which feed on the roots and bore into the underground bases and even the trunks. Severe damage is inflicted particularly to offshoots and young palms, in which the mortality rates are very high, mature and old palms also infested with grubs, which results in yellowing of the palms and reduction in yield.  

DO YOU KNOW!

• Life Span : 16-18 months
• Egg Laying Capacity : 50-100 eggs
• Egg Laying for : 25-38 weeks
• Egg Hatching : 8-12 days

Damage Symptoms

V-shaped or scissor shape cut gaps in the leaf, permanently marked hole on petiole regions of the leaves and outermost sphere of the leaf. Adult beetle’s penetrate in the crown and the base portion of the palm and eat the soft tissue. Infestation symptoms as shown below.

Holes in the branches

'V' shaped cut on leaves

Centre Shoot Wilting

Holes in the branches