BioAdalia , also known as the two-spotted ladybug, is an effective predatory beetle and an excellent biological control agent.
Two-spotted ladybugs preferentially feed on aphids, but can also feed on psyllids, mealybugs, scales, spider mites and leafhoppers.
BioAdalia is used in cannabis, vegetables (e.g. capsicum, eggplant, cucumber), melon, watermelon, strawberry, ornamentals such as gerbera, chrysanthemum, rose and herbs. It is often used in greenhouse production, but since it is adapted to living in trees and tall shrubs, it can be used in orchards and forestry.
Adalia bipunctata is ovoid-shaped and 0.1-0.2 inches long. The adult head and thorax are normally black with a symmetrical white spots, while the elytra are orange-red with a black spot on each; although other color forms can occur. The larvae are grayish-black with yellow and white markings. The female lays bright yellow oval eggs, singly or in small clusters on leaf undersides, near potential food sources for the larvae.
When prey is scarce BioAdalia larvae will resort to cannibalism.
Consult your local BioBee representative for additional details.
Target Pests
Target Pests
Product
- 100 ml bottle containing 100 larvae.
- 100 ml bottle containing 100 adults.
Application
- BioAdalia is shipped in insulated, chilled boxes. Packaging must be kept intact until placed in the field.
- Ants may interfere with aphid biological control; control as necessary.
- The predatory beetles should be released as soon as possible.
- f the predatory beetle cannot be immediately released, the containers must be stored in their original packaging, in a cool, dark place, at temperatures between 47-50°F (8°C-10°C).
Do not expose the bottles to direct sunlight.
Before combining BioAdalia with any chemical pesticide in the crop, please consult your BioBee technical field representative.
Storage
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Recommended Storage temperature
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Do not store in sunglight
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Treat area against ants
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Store horizontally
Disclaimer
BioBee Sde Eliyahu Ltd. produces and markets biological products. Production is carried out using innovative techniques under controlled quality assurance standards such as ISO 9001:2015, as well as IOBC’s international standards for mass-production of insects. All products are tested to meet specification requirements before leaving the factory.
The success of biological pest control is affected by the crop’s initial pest population (upon application of the product), weather conditions and chemical residue present in the crop, among other possible aggravating factors.
Under no circumstance shall BioBee be liable for the outcome of the implementation in the field, as it has no control over local conditions, the application method, or the possible improper treatment/storage of the product.
