Lindorus lophanthae - Scale control

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TARGET PEST:
Broad range of Scale.

INTRODUCTION RATES:
*Note - These rates are for preventative control only, multiple releases and/or higher quantities are necessary for heavier infestations.

INFESTATION QUANTITY
TIME PERIOD
Light 1-5 per 10 sq. ft. monthly
Trees 10-40 per tree monthly

 

RELEASE INSTRUCTIONS:
Introduce Lindorus immediately. Before releasing, mist the foliage of the plants in the release area. It is best to introduce the beetles in early morning or evening. Open container and gently tap the beetles out onto the infested plants. Leave the container out near the heavily infested area for 24 hours after the release to allow all insects to exit.. 

DESCRIPTION:
Lindorus are tiny black coccinelid beetles that devour many types of scale. They are valuable for being able to chew through hard scale as well as eat eggs and immature stage of hard and soft scale. They are used in orchards, greenhouses and interiors. With ample food, light, moisture Lindorus beetles will begin reproducing immediately and the next generations will take care of many scale problems. 

LIFECYCLE:
Egg to Adult in 35 to 60 days depending on temperature. Optimum temperature for survival and reproduction is 75° F to 80° F.