Download Article Show Download Article Maybe it's the new unwanted visitor in your house. Maybe you just want to have a "pet" for part of a day. It could be that you just want to see if there are any lizards around your yard. Whatever your reasons, there are ways to catch one of these quick little critters that don’t involve having to touch them directly.
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ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX To catch a lizard without using your hands, start by creeping up slowly on the lizard. Then, place a bucket on top of it and slide a manilla envelope underneath the bucket to seal it. Next, turn the bucket over, keeping the envelope on top, and carry the lizard outside. Alternatively, cover the open side of a box with cellophane to make a trap. Then, cut a hole in the cellophane to the size of the lizard and place spiders or insects inside. Finally, position your trap in a place where lizards hang out, like a ledge in your garden. For tips on how to attract a lizard for trapping, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 299,911 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How do you get a lizard off the wall?Here are a few that you can try for useful results.. Coffee. Balls made of coffee and tobacco mix are ideal to get rid of lizards. ... . Naphthalene Balls. Place some naphthalene balls around your home, in every drawer, cupboard, or corner. ... . Pepper Spray. ... . Coldwater. ... . Peacock Feather. ... . Eggshells. ... . Tobasco Sauce Spray. ... . Onion.. How do you catch a lizard?Place some of the lizard's preferred food items on the plastic wrap near the slit. Put some food inside the box itself, too. It can also help to have a more secure lid for the box for when you do manage to capture the lizard. This way, the lizard will (hopefully) see the bait, take it, and fall into the box.
What is the best bait to catch a lizard?Bait the trap.
Many lizards eat insects, but because there are so many species of lizard it is best to research the diet of species in your area. Otherwise, use crickets, moths, flies, or any other insect small enough for the target lizard to eat.
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