Patent References 1308497 Manually operated suction device for capturing small objects Bug catcher Flying insect exterminator Insect capturing device Pest collection disposable device Patent #: 5175960 InventorApplicationNo. 136899 filed on 10/18/1993US Classes:43/139, Suction43/134ImplementsExaminersPrimary: Bradley, P. AustinAssistant: Mah, Chuck Y. Attorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassA01M 003/00AbstractAn insect trapping apparatus having a spring actuated vacuum pump for capturing an insect within a container. The apparatus utilizes a nozzle that automatically extends therefrom upon an actuation of the vacuum pump by a user. An insect drawn into the apparatus by the vacuum pump is captured within the container and may be selectively released therefrom by the user without excessive harm occurring to the insect. | |