Pediobius foveolatus, also known as the Mexican bean beetle parasitoid, is used for the prevention, control, and management of Mexican bean beetles. It is a tiny parasitic wasp which parasitizes the larvae of the Mexican Bean Beetle. It will also parasitize the larval squash beetle.
Life-style: Mulitple generations per year in rapid succession if the host is available.
Benefits: A sure choice for bean beetle control.
Scouting: Simple. Locate and confirm the parasitism of the Mexican bean beetle larvae. Once parasitized, they won't look alive and will appear mummified. To confirm, put some in a jar and let them emerge in viewable conditions. They are shipped to you in this "mummy" form so you'll get to see it ahead of time.
Advisories: Timing is critical to success. But it's easy and a sure thing almost, unless the weather gets funky. Scout your crop. Look for the yellow bean beetle eggs and place your order for the parasitoids then, with plans to release the following week.
Usages: Garden, field or farm.
Please note that shipping live animals will incur a higher shipping cost.
