LEPTOMASTIDEA ABNORMIS is a small parasitoid used for the biological control of small citrus mealybugs. The wasp is resistant against various climatic conditions and it can establish itself easily. This product can be applied in greenhouses and courtyards. Adult parasitoids are available per 25 or 100 in a 40 ml container with shredded paper. This product is available for business customers only.
The small parasitic wasp LEPTOMASTIDEA ABNORMIS stongly prefers the citrus mealybug as a host; but will also parasitize individuals of the long-tailed mealybug. The striped wings in upright position are characteristic to this wasp.
How does LEPTOMASTIDEA ABNORMIS work?
Females deposit their eggs in smaller stages of the mealybug. They lay a single egg per mealybug; which results in a single wasp emerging. In practice it is difficult to find parasitized mealybugs; because they are so small. The mummies (i.e. parasitized mealybugs) are slightly darker and more orange than healthy mealybugs.
It takes at least four weeks to see the result after release of this product. The parasitoid easily establishes itself in a greenhouse and is active a big part of the year.
