A classic and extremely common complaint. The IR LEDs emit light that is invisible to humans but visible to many insects — the camera essentially becomes a bug lamp after dark.

Solutions:

•        Use a camera with "no-glow" (940nm) IR LEDs instead of standard "low-glow" (850nm). Insects are less attracted to 940nm illumination.

•        Apply insect repellent (not spray) to the exterior of the housing — specifically around the LED array and lens — before deployment. Avoid contact with the lens glass itself.

•        Clear vegetation around the camera mount. Fewer nearby plants means fewer insects using the area as a rest stop.

•        Deploy in areas with natural air movement. Sheltered corners and hollow trees concentrate insect activity; more exposed positions are generally better.

Note: Spider webs directly in front of the IR LEDs can produce dramatic false-trigger sequences — a single spider's web reflecting IR back into the PIR sensor will fire the camera continuously. Check for webs at each camera check.