How to set a pitfall trap to assess spiders and predatory beetles (Greenresilient video)

A pitfall trap is a trapping pit for small animals, such as insects, amphibians and reptiles. This video shows how to set a pitfall trap, step by step: 1. Dig a hole; 2. Place cups in soil, so the rim is level with the soil surface; 3. Prepare the solution for the cups; 4. Fill the traps half full; 5. Cover traps with plastic roof; 6. Empty traps every 14 days.