Amblyseius californicus

Amblyseius californicus

Effective and robust beneficial against spider mite

What is Amblyseius (Neoseiulus) californicus?

• Effective predatory mite against different species of spider mite
• Translucent with a brown-orange spot in the shape of an X on its back
• Feeds on all stages of the two-spotted spider mite
• Controls pest mites such as broad mite and cyclamen mite

What are the benefits of Amblyseius californicus?

• It has a strong preference for the greenhouse spider mite, but also feeds on other mites, thrips and pollen It is most effective at low prey density
• Amblyseius californicus is less sensitive to warm and dry conditions It also tolerates cold conditions
• This predatory mite can survive on pollen and in the absence of prey can even survive without food for a while

How does it control pests?

• Amblyseius californicus eats an average of 5 prey a day
• Adults prefer eating larvae and nymphs of the greenhouse spider mite
• The larvae of Amblyseius californicus mainly eat the eggs of greenhouse spider mite

In which crops is Amblyseius californicus effective?

• Vegetable crops
• Fruit crops such as berries
• Ornamental crops

GUIDE LEAD TIME: 6-10 DAYS