Insect Predator
Aphid Lion
Chrysoperia camea
Aphid-Lion
(Chrysoperia
Carnea--for field and row crops, Chrysoperia
Rufilabris-for trees, Chrysoperia comanche--for vineyards): Some
aphid lions are also known as dobsonflies, ant-lions,
or green lacewings. The aphid-lion is found in most gardens
and are predaceous. They are an all purpose garden
predator. The larvae eats aphids, mealybugs, scales,
thrips, mites, spider mites and whiteflies.
The adults enjoy nectar, honeydew and pollen.
What a life! The larvae will destroy many other
destructive insects, as well the eggs of many
caterpillars, mites, scales, aphids and mealybugs. |
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