Predatory insects
featuring the ladybird species Adalia bipunctata , is a good solution for aphid control. Another notable species is the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri [...] Macrolophus pygmaeus ( Mirical , Mirical-N ), a species of predatory bug, is particularly skilled in controlling whitefly and caterpillars but also contributes [...] predators of thrips, helping to control their populations and protect crops from the damage caused by these pests. Gall midges Gall midges play a beneficial