Circular scale

aonidum is a tropical species, native to the Oriental region but it has been dispersed widely in tropical and subtropical parts of the world, mostly in association [...] association with the citrus industry. In more northern countries of its range, it occurs in greenhouses. In addition to citrus, it occurs on many other plants [...] Chrysomphalus aonidum has a preference for humid environments. In citrus, it tends to prefer the lower and central parts of mature trees. Circular scale

Southern European marshland pyralid

seen in the daytime. Eggs are laid singly or in groups of 5 to 10 eggs, overlapping in a tile-like fashion on both the upper and lower surface of leaves [...] pupate in an earthen cocoon, concealed either within the crop or in another suitable spot in the vicinity. Pupation occurs in a cocoon made of webbing [...] are 4 pairs of prolegs. Caterpillars are found in webs, preferably in damp, humid places and are thus mainly found low in the crop, often in decaying organic

Predatory insects

predators, capable of consuming a significant number of aphids in a short period. Aphidalia , featuring the ladybird species Adalia bipunctata , is a good solution [...] play a vital role in controlling whitefly , thrips , caterpillars and leaf miner larvae. Macrolophus pygmaeus ( Mirical , Mirical-N ), a species of predatory [...] beneficial role in natural pest control, particularly in controlling aphids and spider mites . Gall midges have a unique and interesting life cycle that contributes

Steinernema feltiae

cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area [...] Steinernema feltiae nematodes Steinernema feltiae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms [...] roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests, including flies (i.e fungus gnats ), thrips , beetles , ca

Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow but steady rate. Feeding behaviour of St [...] Hypoaspis miles . It is a soil-dwelling predatory mite occurring naturally in several parts of the world. This predatory mite controls larvae of sciarid flies (fungus [...] , and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield, brown

Cabbage leafroller

antennae are thin and of medium length. The moths fly when it is dark. The yellow eggs are laid in batches of 10 to 90 pieces and covered with a gelatinous layer [...] y gerbera. In chrysanthemum too, this species is an increasing problem, and it has caused problems in sweet pepper since the mid 1980’s. In protected soft [...] caterpillars eat a hole in the shoot and hollow it out, causing the shoot or growing point to wilt and die. Life cycle and appearance of Cabbage leafroller

Oleander scale

cycle and appearance of Oleander scale Adult oleander scales are a greyish, dirty white or yellowy colour, round in shape, with a scale whose apex is [...] photosynthetic area of the plants, leading to lower yield. Damage to fruit occurs in heavy infestations, where spotting and often deformity of fruits affects [...] off-centred. This scale resembles a miniature fried egg with a diameter of 2 mm. The newly hatched crawlers are roughly 0.3 mm long. They quickly attach

Capyphor

Capyphor can be used for biological control of larvae of weevils and other beetles in a wide range of crops. Pests Beetles ( Coleoptera ): Weevils ( C [...] Refrigerate at a temperature of 2-6°C/35-43°F in a ventilated refrigerator/cold room. Storage conditions Upon receipt, take boxes out of the insulating [...] find, due to rapid degradation. Pack size 3,000 million - 4 sachets of 750 million in a box. Developmental stage Infective third-stage larvae (L3). Concentration

Codling moth

caterpillars of the last generation overwinter and pupate in spring. Larvae still in the apples at harvest can often be found in cracks in apple boxes or [...] pomonella ) is a notorious, worldwide pest of apple and also occasionally of pear, quince, peach and other fruits. It is very common in Europe. Damage [...] cycle and appearance of Codling moth The adults have a wing span of 15-22 mm, blackish-brown forewings, suffused with ash-grey and a large, metallic, bronzy

Beetles

is the largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or stored [...] solutions for beetles in your crop Life cycle of beetles Beetle damage Both larvae and adults of beetles can cause damage to crops. The larvae of some species feed [...] Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable on account of their hard wing covers (elytra). With more