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The Arapuca Bird-Trap is a simple method for the live-capture of birds. It is commonly used in Brazil to catch birds for food or pets. This trap is normally used for ground feeding birds that eat seeds or fruit.
It is easy to construct and only really requires bait, sturdy cordage, and relatively straight sticks. Trapping is a numbers game, so a common tactic, especially with this type of trap is to set several traps propped up but not armed allowing the birds to get accustomed to feeding under them and leaving.
Traps work if you have studied your quarry's habits and preferred bait. Trapping is a good exercise in observation, awareness, and patience.
top↟ Show more > >1). To begin to make the cage for your Arapuca Bird-Trap tie two base-sticks with two pieces of sturdy cordage (paracord, shoelace, ripped-clothing, buckskin, ect…), here I am using buckskin. For this trap the base-sticks are starting at approx. 17.5" long and the cordage is approx. 22" long.
2). Twist the sticks so that the cordage forms an “X” in the center.
The length of the cordage should be the length of the sticks plus a couple of inches, so that it is easy to twist.
3). Place your first set of sticks underneath the cordage perpendicular to the first base-sticks...