Bug-Catching Net

The Bug-Catching Net, also known simply as the Bug Net, is a recurring item in the Legend of Zelda series. It is used to catch small creatures, such as bugs and fairies.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
The Bug-Catching Net is used to capture bees and fairies, which can subsequently be stored in empty bottles. The net is given to Link by the ill Bug-Catching Kid in Kakariko Village. After Link defeats Ganon, the Bug-Catching Kid can be seen happily swinging this net near a bee in the center of Kakariko Village.

Interestingly, the Bug-Catching Net can be used in the two battles against Agahnim; Link can use it to deflect magical attacks. However, the Master Sword is much more effective, as the Bug-Catching Net must be spun around similarly to a Spin Attack.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
The Bug-Catching Net can be purchased at Beedle's Air Shop for 100 Rupees any time after acquiring the Slingshot. It is used to catch bugs, fairies, small birds, and tumbleweeds. The bugs that Link can catch are used to upgrade potions. These bugs occupy their own item screen similar to Golden Bugs, rather than requiring a bottle to store. The Bug-Catching Net can be upgraded to the Big Bug Net using three Tumbleweed, two Ancient Flowers, one Evil Crystal, and 50 Rupees by taking it to the Scrap Shop in the Skyloft Bazaar.

BS Zelda no Densetsu Kodai no Sekiban
Both the male and female Mascot begins his or her quest with this weapon in his or her inventory. It looks and acts the same as it does in A Link to the Past.

Soulcalibur II
The Bug-Catching Net is the "joke weapon" of Link's arsenal. It can be bought for subchapter 2 for 12500 gold. It has a low attack and Link takes 20% of an attack's damage even when guarding. It also causes opponents to lower their guard.