Please note we cannot ship live insects to PO Box addresses. All orders placed to a PO Box instead of a physical address will be delayed until an address is provided.
BioMaculata (Coleomegilla maculata)
BioMaculata, also called the pink spotted lady beetle or twelve-spotted lady beetle is a voracious predator. Both the larva and the adult beetle are important aphids predators of pea aphids (Acyrthosiphon pisum), green peach aphids (Myzus persicae), cotton aphids (Aphis gossypii), cabbage aphids (Brevicoryne brassicae), and potato aphids (Macrosiphum euphorbiae). BioMaculata can also prey on mites, whiteflies, eggs and larvae of important caterpillar and leaf beetle pests, including diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) and Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata).
These predatory beetles are used in field and greenhouse crops, including a wide range of vegetables, ornamentals, cannabis, strawberry, peppers, cucumbers and more.
Since BioMaculata can survive on plant pollen and nectar, in the absence of prey, it can be used preventatively in IPM programs.
PRODUCT
BioMaculata is packaged in coco coir husks 0.3 L, 1 L and 1 gal containers.
You can purchase full grown beetles or larvae depending on your application needs.
BioMaculata are available in 250, 1,000 or 5,000 full grown beetles quantities. You can also select 1,000 or 5,000 larvae quantities.
Dosage varies depending on your crop and level of infestation.
APPLICATION
Cylinder application:
- Release the beetles within 24 hours of receipt for best results.
- Before application, the bottles should be gently rotated in a circular motion to ensure an even release.
- The predators are released by removing the package’s lid and either placing it adjacent to the pest infested spot or, while walking between the plants, tapping the package gently and letting the beetles fly out towards the plants.
- Do not expose the cylinders to direct sunlight.
Please note that the frequency and amount to be released is determined by the type of crop, environmental conditions, level of infestation and damage incurred by the pest.
SHIPPING
Orders can take 1 - 2 weeks to arrive to you. Beneficial Insects are reared to order. You can refer to our order and shipping deadlines to get a better idea of when your order will be ready HERE.
Please feel free to call or email us before placing your order if you have any questions.
All beneficial insects are shipped via an overnight carrier once the order is ready to leave the insectary.
BioMaculata are shipped in aerated boxes. Packaging must be kept intact until placed in the greenhouse or field.
REFUNDS AND RETURNS
Please note that once you have made your purchase, we are unable to accept returns or process refunds for beneficial insects. The specific quantity and insect state you order are specially reared at the insectary so as to handle your particular pest pressure and arrive viable and ready to get to work!
STORAGE
- Keep in a cool location and do not break the cold chain during transport and storage.
- Store container horizontally.
- Do not expose to direct sunlight.
- Optimal temperatures between 57°F -60°F until release.
If you would like to speak to an expert to produce a tailor-made IPM program to meet your individual needs, please email us at orders@kisorganics.com or call us at (425) 558-0990.