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CryptoLiv

CryptoLiv

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

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About CryptoLiv

CryptoLiv contains adult Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, a specialist predator commonly known as the mealybug destroyer.

This predator has a strong preference for mealybugs and cannot complete its life cycle without them, which makes it highly skilled at locating and targeting mealybug infestations.

CryptoLiv is best used when mealybugs are already present and is ideal for hotspot treatments.

Target Pest

  • Mealybugs
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CryptoLiv

Related to lady beetles, CryptoLiv are predatory beetles that hunt several species of mealybugs. Both the adults and larvae hunt for prey. They have a large appetite consuming about 30-70 mealybugs per day. Adults are able to fly, making for easy dispersal throughout the crop. The larva mimics the appearance of mealybugs, which allows them to invade mealybug colonies unnoticed. Cryptolaemus can eat other soft-bodied insects if mealybugs are not available but won't complete its life cycle on certain diets. 

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