Feltiella acarisuga - Spider Mite Control - 250 Pupae

Scientific Name: Feltiella acarisuga

Feltiella acarisuga is a predatory gall midge, and is one of the most effective natural enemies of spider mites because of their flying and prey detecting capabilities. Females have an excellent searching ability where they hone in on infestation hot-spots to lay their eggs. Their glossy, translucent, oblong eggs hatch approximately 2-3 days after being laid, and immediately begin to feed. The orange-brown larvae measure approximately 0.2-2mm and have four developmental instars that feed on spider mites for 4-6 days before pupating. After pupating for 4-6 days, the adult Feltiella acarisuga emerge and continue the lifecycle. Adults are not predaceous, and lay about 30 eggs in their 2 week lifespan.

CROPS
Vegetable Crops
Soft Fruits
Ornamental Crops
Hemp
Tree Nurseries

USAGES
Greenhouses
Indoor Facilities
Fields
Gardens

Light: 10 insects per sq. ft., weekly, 3 times.
Heavy: 25 insects per sq. ft., weekly, 3 times.
Temperature Range: 60-77°F

Introduce during mild morning or evening temperatures. Remove lid and place tub near spider mite infestation, out of direct sunlight.

Multiple releases is recommended.

• For complete control of a spider mite infestation, use in conjunction with predatory mites such as:
  Amblyseius andersoni - Generalist that tolerates high heats
  Amblyseius cucumeris - Thrips & Spider Mite Control
  Amblyseius swirskii - Spider Mite, Thrips, & Whitefly Control
  Neoseiulus californicus - Generalist that tolerates high heats
  Phytoseiulus persimilis - Two-Spotted Spider Mite Specialist
  
  
  
• For complete control of a spider mite infestation, use in conjunction with Stethorus punctillum, an effective predatory beetle with a large appetite that will also feed on aphids.
  
  
• Yellow sticky traps can catch Feltiella. We recommend removing sticky traps at time of release.
  
  
• Feltiella adults fly and disperse well. Their prey detecting ability allows them to find pest mite infestations for you.
  
  
• In climates without extremely dry or cold seasons, every stage of Feltiella acarisuga is present year-round.
  
  
• Feltiella acarisuga can withstand cold and dark weather, helping them to remain active in spring and autumn.
  
  
• Adult Feltiella acarisuga are not predaceous, drinking water and nectar.

• Pesticides, even-wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insect survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.

• Depending on the size and type of plants, the number and type of pests, other predator and parasite populations, and temperature, the frequency of releases may be affected.

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If your beneficial insects or other perishable products are not viable when delivered, email info@naturesgoodguys.sbs within 48 hours of delivery with your order number and a description of the problem. Photos may be requested. Approved replacements ship on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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• Ice packs help moderate temperature in transit and are not expected to arrive frozen.
• Some insects need time at room temperature before they become active, and many are hard to see without magnification.

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