Are insect repelents geographically universal? This may be a bit of a weird question but are mosquito/insect repelents universal across the planet, or is it better to buy something locally? I’m specifically travelling from Europe to Latin America and Carribean. I assume that local insect has some genetic variation between continents but I’m not sure whether this impacts how they react to var…

Sony A200 Insect Macro – Raynox or new lens or both? Hi, I have an old Sony A200 which I just started to play with. Still only with the kit lens. I wanted to try out some Macro photography – and wonder what would be the best starter setup. I do not want to spend a lot of money, and have no aspirations of being published in National Geographic. However maybe to print out A4 images if some turn out …

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LPT: Use duct tape as an insect catcher I became aware of this; it works wonders. Much bigger than any store-bought trap and also cheaper. submitted by /u/Startup_Station

LPT: Save Money on Insect Repellent By Using a Spray Bottle Full of Soapy Water An insect breathes through small vents on its body; the body is sort of waxy so water has very little adhesion to it. But soapy water clings to an insect’s body and suffocates it. Two or three drops (with only very little soap added) are sufficient to kill a cockroach in just a few seconds. I just learned this protip recently, and it’s saved me…