A method for rearing the predaceous mite, <i>Phytoseilus persimilis</i> (Acarina: Phytoseiidae)

Authors

  • T. L. Theaker Research Station Agriculture Canada Sidney, B.C.
  • N. V. Tonks Research Station Agriculture Canada Sidney, B.C.

Keywords:

<i>Phytoseilus persimilis</i>, Acarina, Phytoseiidae

Abstract

The predaceous mite, <i>Phytoseiulus persimilis</i> Athias-Henriot, was reared successfully in a darkened growth chamber on blotting paper on a freezer carton lid floated on water in a plastic saucer. Predators were fed with two-spotted spider mites collected from infested bean leaves with a mite brushing machine.

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Scriven, G.T. and J.A. McMurtry. 1971. Quantitive production and processing of Tetranychid mites for large-scale testing or predator production. J. Econ. Ent. 64:1255-1257.

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Published

2019-08-28

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Vol. 74 (1977): Journal of the Entomological Society of British Columbia

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