is it good to stop Bats? can they fly thru the hole? what is the smaller bug size that can go thru this mesh?
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I don't think the holes would stop bugs... But a bat won't be able to (or want to) go thru the holes. Take a look at the picture - the roll is about 4 or 5 inches wide, the mesh is like a kitchen scrubby pad. The idea is that critters don't like to touch/taste this stuff - that's what keeps them out. In use, you stuff wads of this stuff in the hole(s) that critters are using as entry points - after which, the critters will be strongly discouraged.
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I believe that the mesh is fine enough to keep fruit flies out. I use it to hold soil in a cold frame and, even in the rain, the soil does not wash out. A grain of soil is smaller than a fruit fly.
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Greetings, It is definitely not bug proof. The top where the hanger comes out is rather large. It only had a cut out for the hanger so it would be easy entry for any tiny critters. Hope this helps!
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I doubt it. The mesh holes are larger than most mosquitoes, at least on the size I have- not sure about smaller ones.
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As bad as it worked for birds, I can't imagine it working for bats. But why would you want to kill bats. We use to have them at our place in Florida, but now that they're gone, we have nothing but mosquitos.
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Any insects that goes inside the screen will be killed, unfortunately.If they don't go & just fly around it, they won't get killed, ;-)
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There is one hole in the top of the ball like unit that is about 3/4". Farther down inside the hole is quite small and has slanted sides - apparently so they gnats cannot get out after they go down where the fluid is. I know that sounds rather complex but this little gadget really works.
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It can't get out, because the trap doors close in on it. You have to take the tip off and let the bug out. I gave mine to good-will. It's and under-powered toy as far as I'm concerned.
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DO NOT treat it as it could harm the bats or even make them avoid the shelter. I have mine on one side of my house (gable end) and it still is 100% intact after about 6 years or more.
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Fruit flies definitely. I've had many cricket escapes. Not sure about the mantis. Um guessing a big mantis won't be able to escape.
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Not sure about how effective the netting is against rabbits. We bought it to keep bats from inhabiting our attic, and so far it seems to be working well for that. It is much finer and stronger than bird netting, though. Rabbits would REALLY want to get at something to be able to penetrate it.
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I wouldn't use it for that b/c as mentioned in my review, it only has the bars that go across and they're spaced about 1/2 " apart making it very easy to miss smaller insects. If anything this is good for the huge ones. A lot of these have a mesh that covers the entire area which doesn't allow any bugs to escape. I'd recommend that instead.
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We just returned from another camping trip with the "Clam". As previous comments that were made, as long as you close the zippered door behind you each time, the bugs should be minimal. There is a flap at the bottom of each panel, including the door, that helps to keep bugs out as well. We are thrilled with the ease of set up! Also, we ordered the wind/privacy panels...they work very well. The mesh screening seems very sturdy and is fine enough to keep bugs out.
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Anything larger than a stinkbug will not fit. It will tear up any bug that is delicate, like a moth. It is more made for beetles, small bees, small spiders, stinkbugs, etc. Any bug longer or larger than the diameter of the circle that sucks the bugs in will be damaged by the forceful suction. That defeats the purpose of the product to get bugs outside alive.
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There are small insects that can get in through the various holes, but the plastic seems pretty tough. Rats however can cut through most anything so it might be an issue. The manufacturers are super easy to get a hold of, so be sure to call them.
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my first suggestion for you is to move immediately! As for this mesh it is tight like a screen. If anchored reasonably taught and embedded in the dirt consistently across the bottom, I se no reaso it wouldnt keep out snakes. I do not however know the strength or diameter of such reptiles as "babies" and I assume if they are persistent enough they might be able to nose though the fabric's weave. My suggestion is to double up the fabric, pull it taught and bury the bottom a few inches in the ground. Good luck.
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It should keep away most small flies and bugs. There are no holes in the tent other then the entryway and I believe it zips up.