{"product_id":"stratiolaelaps-scimitus-hypoaspis-miles","title":"Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles) – Beneficial Predatory Mites","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiological Control for Soil-Dwelling Fungus Gnats, Thrips \u0026amp; Shore Flies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratiolaelaps scimitus\u003c\/strong\u003e, formerly known as \u003cstrong\u003eHypoaspis miles\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a beneficial predatory soil mite used for biological pest management in greenhouses, indoor gardens, nurseries, and other growing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny predators live primarily within the \u003cstrong\u003etop half-inch of soil or growing media\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they actively search for soil-dwelling pests. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is best known for helping prevent and manage \u003cstrong\u003efungus gnat eggs and larvae\u003c\/strong\u003e, while also feeding on \u003cstrong\u003eWestern flower thrips pupae\u003c\/strong\u003e and certain \u003cstrong\u003eshore fly eggs and larvae\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplied directly to the growing media, these beneficial mites provide an easy way to incorporate biological pest control into an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Stratiolaelaps scimitus Control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratiolaelaps scimitus feeds on several common soil-dwelling pests and life stages, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFungus gnat eggs and larvae (Sciaridae)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestern flower thrips pupae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertain shore fly eggs and larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther small soil-dwelling arthropods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these predators target pests below or near the soil surface, they pair especially well with beneficial insects that target adult or above-ground pest stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Application Rates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication rates depend on pest pressure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreventative:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 predator per sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModerate Infestation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 predators per sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Infestation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 predators per sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, introduce beneficial mites early before pest populations become severe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply Stratiolaelaps scimitus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply promptly after receiving.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are live beneficial organisms and should be introduced as soon as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck moisture levels.\u003c\/strong\u003e Growing media should be moist but not excessively wet before application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply to the soil surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e Distribute the predatory mites over the top of the soil or growing media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain adequate moisture.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the growing media appropriately moist following application to support predator activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse caution with pesticides.\u003c\/strong\u003e Some chemical pesticides can harm beneficial mites and may interfere with biological control programs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; 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