PodiLiv Release Instructions

PodiLiv Podisus maculiventris

Storage and Handling

• For best results, use immediately.
• Open the container and distribute bugs evenly over plants in the early morning or late afternoon.
• Avoid refrigeration or freezing; if needed, store at 10°C with 60% humidity.
  

Ideal Environment

The optimal temperature for activity is 25°C, with predation occurring within a range of 17°C to 26°C. Relative humidity should be maintained at 60%, and the development threshold is 11°C

The Life Cycle

Egg Stage: Females lay clusters of 20–30 eggs on the underside of leaves near pest populations. The eggs hatch into nymphs within 5–7 days.

Nymphal Stage: The nymphs go through five instars, actively feeding on soft-bodied pests like caterpillars and beetle larvae. This stage lasts about 21–28 days, depending on environmental conditions.

Adult Stage: Adults live for several weeks to months, during which they hunt pests and reproduce. Females lay hundreds of eggs during their lifespan, sustaining their population. Sex ratio is 1:1 male to female.