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What is Anthocoris 500?

Anthocoris 500 is a biological pest control containing 500 Anthocoris nemoralis, a beneficial predatory bug that feeds on a range of common plant pests.

What pests does Anthocoris nemoralis control?

Anthocoris nemoralis preys on pear psylla and other psylla species, as well as aphids, spider mites, thrips, juvenile scale insects and insect eggs.

Is Anthocoris nemoralis effective against pear psylla?

Yes. Anthocoris nemoralis is particularly useful for controlling pear psylla and other psyllids and is well suited to biological pest management in orchards.

Do both adults and nymphs control pests?

Yes. Both nymphs and adults of Anthocoris nemoralis are predatory and actively feed on suitable prey.

How does Anthocoris nemoralis kill pests?

The predatory bugs pierce their prey using specialised mouthparts and feed on the body fluids.

Where can Anthocoris be used?

Anthocoris is particularly effective in orchard environments and can be incorporated into biological control and Integrated Pest Management programmes where suitable target pests are present.

Can Anthocoris control more than one pest?

Yes. One of the benefits of Anthocoris nemoralis is its broad range of prey, making it useful where several suitable pest species occur together.