Orius insidiosus (Minute Pirate Bug) - Thrip Control

LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEED TARGET PESTS:Thrips, Aphids, Mites, Whiteflies, Moth Eggs, & other soft-bodied insects.   ABOUT ORIUS INSIDIOSUS:Orius insidiosus, commonly known as the minute pirate bug, is a small predatory insect. It has a slender and elongated body, measuring around 2 to 5 millimeters in length. It has a shiny black or dark-colored exoskeleton and may exhibit some variations in coloration. The bug has four narrow wings, which are typically white or light-colored, giving it a distinct appearance. It has piercing-sucking mouth-parts that it uses to feed on its prey. Despite its small size, it is a voracious hunter capable of capturing relatively larger prey. It is recommended to release Orius early in the growing season to establish a population before pest populations become too high. When pest levels are low, Orius will feed on pollen.  It can take 4-6 weeks to establish a colony, so multiple releases are recommended. During the colder months, when temperatures drop