Galendromus occidentalis - Target Pests

Galendromus occidentalis targets a broad spectrum of plant-feeding mites, making it a versatile biocontrol agent. Primary targets include spider mites in the family Tetranychidae, such as the two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae), Pacific spider mite (Tetranychus pacificus), Willamette mite (Eotetranychus willamettei), European red mite (Panonychus ulmi), citrus red mite (Panonychus citri), McDaniel mite (Tetranychus mcdanieli), spruce spider mite (Oligonychus ununguis), and persea mite (Oligonychus perseae). It also preys on russet mites in the family Eriophyidae.