Minute Pirate Bug aka. Orius insidiosus

Target Pest: Western flower thrips, Onion thrips

Orius has been shown to be an effective control of western flower thrips in cucumber and sweet pepper greenhouses. It is not effective for thrips control in tomatoes. Orius are generalist predators that consume a variety of pests including mites, aphids, and small caterpillars. They are most effective for pests with life stages that inhabit flowers such as flower thrips. Optimum conditions are temperatures over 59 °F (15 °C) with relative humidity over 60%. Typical greenhouse temperatures of 64-82 °F (18-20 °C) are suitable for Orius development. 

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Application Rate

0.5 - 1 per 10 square feet

Humidity

60% + RH

Temperature

59 °F and more