Can Spider Mites Be Controlled Without Harming Wasp Predators?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenge of controlling spider mites (Phytoseiidae) without harming wasp predators, specifically Muscidifurax raptor and Spalangia cameroni. Participants explore potential methods for managing spider mite populations while considering the lifecycle and emergence of the wasps.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about possible methods to eliminate spider mites without affecting the wasps, particularly during the wasps' pupal stage.
  • Another participant suggests that the question may be better suited for a different section of the forum, indicating a possible misplacement of the topic.
  • A subsequent reply clarifies that "other sciences" does include biology, but acknowledges the existence of a dedicated biology forum.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus on the methods for controlling spider mites or the appropriateness of the forum section for the question. There are differing views on where the question should be posted.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not yet provided specific strategies or solutions for controlling spider mites without harming wasps, and the discussion remains open-ended regarding effective methods.

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hi all i develop two types of wasps:
1)Muscidifurax raptor
2)Spalangia cameroni
and now i have a real problem with Spider Mites(Phytoseiidae).
i see them mostly after 3-5 days after the wasps emerge from the fly pupa.
so there is any possibility to kill the Spider Mites but not to harm the wasps?
maybe to do something when the new wasps are inside the pupa?

also there is any good way to try to avoid from the Spider Mites?


i really need some help here.

thanks.
 
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It seems to me you would be more likely to get an answer if you put the question is a MUCH more appropriate place in the forum. Specifically, instead of burying it in the homework section of "other sciences", put it in BIOLOGY where it likely belongs.
 
well "other sciences" including also Biology.

i not found here specific forum about Biology.

thanks.
 
OH sorry there is a specific forum about Biology here,so i will ask there.

thank you. :)
 

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