Amblydromalus limonicus - Predatory Mite

TARGET PEST: Thrips, whitefly, spider mites  Description Use in Biological Control Life Cycle Application Rates Instructions for Use Storage & Transport Amblydromalus limonicus is a generalist predatory mite that feeds on whitefly, thrips, other small insects and mites. It also feeds on pollen, allowing this biocontrol agent to establish in a crop before the pest appears.  Amblydromalus limonicus is most effective between temperatures of 55 to 77F and high humidity. It is not active above 86F. They actively search for food on the underside of leaves and their color can vary according to their diet. Apply with Stratiolaelaps to control thrips pupae in the growth media.  The life cycle goes through the stages of egg, larva, nymph and adult. Eggs are oval, white and approximately 0.14mm in diameter. The larvae have 6 legs and are the same color as the eggs. The nymphs have 8 legs and are a yellow/white color. Adults have 8 legs, are translucent white with a flat, elongated body a