PlaCollect – a flatworm trap

This trap is for aquarists dealing with a planarian population in a freshwater tank. Planarians are flatworms that can multiply quickly in an aquarium and, at high numbers, damage the setup. The trap offers a way to remove them without adding chemical treatments to the tank.

Why it matters

• Targets nocturnal behaviour: planarians usually stay hidden during the day and come out in the evening, so the bait is placed where they feed after dark.
• Shows the real population: many keepers are surprised by how many planarians are caught, which makes the scale of an infestation visible.
• Avoids chemical treatments: the manufacturer notes that chemical agents often have undesirable side effects, while this trap is presented as a method without harmful side effects.
• Simple daily routine: bait is placed inside, the trap is set overnight and emptied the next day.

Specifications

• Brand: JBL
• Model symbol: XXX JBL PLACOLLECT
• EAN: 4014162614551
• Weight: 0.05 kg
• Bait used: JBL NovoTab
• Fixing: suction cup and string

What it works with

The trap is designed for aquarium use and works together with the JBL NovoTab bait tablet placed inside. It is hung diagonally on the substrate, so it sits where planarians move at night. Use it in the aquarium category it is listed under, emptying it each morning to keep it effective.