Occidentalis (0.5mm) pear-shaped white mites (they change colour based on food consumed). Feeds on wide range our outdoor spider mites including two-spotted, McDaniel’s, yellow spider, apple and pear rust, Prunus rust, blister and European red mite (does not feed on eggs).
SHIPPED: Adults in bottles with vermiculite carrier.
OPTIMUM CONDITIONS: 26-43C (80-110F); 30% or greater humidity.
RELEASE RATE: 20 Occidentalis per m. sq. (10ft. sq.); 1 Occidentalis per 5 pests.
Note: BENEFICIAL INSECTS - must be ordered by Thursday for shipping the following Tuesday
(Exceptions : Ladybugs and Praying Mantis - usually stock Items check product for availability)