Pure Talc – Anti-Escape – Anti-Dust Mite 5g

Description

Talc is perfectly effective in two situations:

1/ Prevents the arrival of parasitic mites, which cannot move through the talc and reach the nest if it is surrounded by a ring of talc a few millimeters high. Allows for a fine dusting of talc in a plastic container to place a colony inside during worker sorting and eliminate parasitic mites.
2/ Prevents ants from climbing the walls of the feeding area once it is covered with a film of talc.

Some talcum powders contain fragrances that are harmful to ants. Of course, we offer pure talcum powder selected to be fine, non-toxic, and unscented.

Two methods exist regarding the use of talc as an anti-escape: Pure (very effective but lasts less time) or as "Talcool", diluted in 90° alcohol (thicker and lasts longer but a little less effective on some species like Pheidole).

Caution: When preparing a solution using alcohol, never use methylated spirits (toxic) and check that the rubbing alcohol does not contain camphor (an insecticide) or other additives. Prepare the solution under adult supervision.

Application of pure anti-escape talc:

– Position the feeding station so that one of its sides is horizontal. Place a pile of talcum powder on top and rotate the feeding station to move the powder forward and leave a thin layer of talcum powder behind. Once the station has rotated completely, turn it over to allow the powder to fall and be collected. Remove any excess powder. Do not leave any residue within reach of the ants, as it could cause them to suffocate.

Application of talc diluted in alcohol, or "Talcool":

Mix one part talc with one part 90% alcohol. Apply the resulting mixture in a reasonably thick layer to a horizontal surface (so that the underlying material is no longer visible). Wait for the mixture to dry before treating the other surfaces. A thinner layer can be used, and it is possible to treat all the surfaces at once. The thinner the layer, the more effective the talc will be, but the shorter its lifespan.

A more diluted alcohol (at 70° for example) will decrease the effectiveness of the resulting alcohol.

Due to the presence of alcohol, all ants must be removed from the feeding area and its entrance sealed until the alcohol has completely dried.

The wear and tear on the talc caused by ants attempting to climb the wall is visible and indicates when it needs to be renewed.