Orius insidiosus – Beneficial Minute Pirate Bugs for Thrips Control

Powerful Biological Control for Thrips

Orius insidiosus, commonly known as the minute pirate bug, is a beneficial predatory insect widely used for biological control of thrips in greenhouses, indoor gardens, nurseries, and commercial growing environments.

Unlike beneficials that target only one developmental stage, Orius feeds on both immature and adult thrips, making it a valuable predator for reducing established thrips populations. These highly mobile predators actively search flowers and foliage for prey and can be incorporated into an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program for ongoing pest management.

Application Rate Recommendations for Orius insidiosus:

• Preventative: 1-2 per square foot.
• Moderate Infestation: 2-4 per square foot.
• Heavy Infestation: 4-8 per square foot.

Features & Benefits:

• A predatory insect that feeds on all life stages of thrips, aphids, and TSSMS.
• Best known for its ability to control thrips.
• Sprinkle material on dry grow media, leaves, or in dispersal boxes.
• Requires more than 12 hours of daylight

Available Sizes: Bottle

Registered for Use In: USA

Item Numbers:

BW-OI5 - 4 oz bottle 0.5K - vermiculite carrier

BW-OIM - 8 oz bottle 1K- vermiculite carrier

BW-OIM2 - 16 oz bottle 2K -vermiculite carrier