Having a mosquito light in your house or backyard can help to deter mosquitoes from your property. There are a few different types of lights, and each one works differently. Some work for a small area, while others work for a larger area. There are also lights that work for indoor use. These are also easy to carry around on vacations or camping trips.

The first light trap was developed in 1927 at the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station. The first light trap was a horizontal tube with a light and fan inside. It was called the "Sugar Can Trap" because of its container.

The second light trap was a vertical tube with a fan inside. This trap was designed to catch mosquitoes that fly to the light.
Five light traps were tested in northeast Florida for mosquitoes. One was a CDC-type light trap, which captured the most mosquitoes. Other traps included a yellow fluorescent light trap, a black light trap, and three mosquito light traps without attractants.

In addition to mosquitoes, non-target insects were caught in the light traps. The non-target insects to mosquito ratios were as follows: 1:7.5, 1:10.5, and 1:10.9.
Variability in the location of light traps can affect the accuracy of their data. Studies have shown that a two-meter change in location can have a significant impact on the collections. It is important to place the traps in the same place each year.

Other factors that can affect the data are the location of the source of the mosquitoes, as well as the level of protection from wind. The location of the source of the mosquitoes should be taken into consideration when selecting the location for the light traps.