Mostela

Ideal for mustelid research

The Mostela camera trap box makes mustelid research with camera traps a lot easier. The Mostela is a box with a tunnel specially prepared to attach a camera trap inside. The innate interest of mice and small mustelids for tunnel-shaped spaces lures these animals into the box and in front of the camera. If desired, this effect can be enhanced by the application of an attractant. However, the smell of mice that enter the box attracts mustelids as well. This lightweight Apodemus model is durable since it is made of plastic. In addition to its durability it is easy to clean and transport.

The mustelid crawls into the box via a tube that has been opened on the inside of the box. When the weasel, stoat, pine marten or beech marten passes the camera trap a picture or recording of the animal is made. In the field it is often hard to get a sharp image of these fast animals when trying to capture them on camera. The Mostela with enclosed camera makes this a lot easier. Species recognition is simplified by the presence of a ruler which is photographed to determine the scale.

Why the Mostela photo trap?

• A greater probability of detecting species and more usable images compared to standard camera trap research
• The ability to distinguish individual specimens without stress for the animals
• Light and durable due to high-quality plastic
• Camera trap is included in the package for perfect compatibility. It can be removed easily and used separately by means of Velcro
• The possibility of theft and vandalism is limited by the enclosed cable lock and assembly of the camera trap in the Mostela in a metal safetyhousing

What’s in the box

• 1 Bushnell Natureview Cam HD Black Flash
• 1 Camera securitybox by Camlockbox
• 1 Python cable lock
• 1 Rechargeable batteries
• 1 SD Card