There are two main types of traps used to capture Common Mynas:
- The Myna Magnet Trap – this has been developed by ANU and is available for purchase from them. For more information, check out their website.
- Pee Gees Trap – this is an inexpensive and easy to build mesh trap being used extensively in most NSW areas. The trap plans for Pee Gees traps can be downloaded here.
Pee gee trap in front with caller cage at rear
The Mid North Coast Indian Myna website has some great tips for using both traps. If you do build your own trap and start trapping Common Mynas, please let us know so we can keep track of how many birds have been removed from the Clarence Valley. You can use the Report Common Myna Form on this website, email mynas@cvcia.org.au or call the CVCIA on 0411 020 394.
If you are would like to borrow a trap from CVCIA Landcare, please contact us on mynas@cvcia.org.au and we will try to arrange one. Please be aware that we currently do not have enough traps to meet demand so there may be a waiting list.
Perhaps you would be willing to build traps for the CVCIA? If so, we may be able to supply the wire so drop us a line!
Trapping Tips
One of the most current resources discussing Common Myna trapping success and developments is the Proceedings of the North Coast Indian Myna Workshop, October 2007. This discusses what is working, what is not and why. Remember, Mynas are VERY SMART and care must be taken while trapping or they will learn to avoid the trap.