A trap comprising an apparatus to trap a target creature and a test activation system configured to initiate a test activation of the trap, wherein the test activation system comprises an electric power supply and an electronic control system powered by the electric power supply, wherein the electronic control system is configured to activate the trap to test the operation of the trap, and wherein the electronic control system is configured to activate the trap automatically according to a timer, programmed instructions or upon receipt of instructions from a user interface.
