{"product_id":"coleomegilla-maculata-predatory-beetle","title":"Coleomegilla maculata - Predatory Beetle","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOLEOBUG – Predatory Beetle for Aphid Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColeobug contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColeomegilla maculata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a beneficial predatory beetle used primarily for biological control of aphids, with additional feeding activity on mealybugs and other small soft-bodied pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"container-fluid product intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"col-sm-8 col-md-7\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes in a 900ml tube containing 1000 beetles in a buckwheat carrier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*THIS ITEM CARRIES A LEAD TIME OF \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 255);\"\u003e14 BUSINESS DAYS\u003c\/span\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth the larvae and adults are active predators that search through the plant canopy for prey. Coleobug is especially useful when aphids are already visible in the crop, making it a strong curative option for active aphid pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Pests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary target:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphids, including many common aphid species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecondary\/opportunistic feeding may include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMealybugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale crawlers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsect eggs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall soft-bodied larvae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColeomegilla maculata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a generalist predator, Coleobug is best positioned as an aphid-focused biological control. Its strongest use is for active aphid pressure, while feeding on other pests may occur when they are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Coleobug Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColeobug larvae and adults feed directly on aphids and other suitable soft-bodied pests. After release, they move through the crop searching for prey using visual and chemical cues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, release Coleobug where pest activity is present so the predators can begin feeding quickly. It can be used on its own for localized aphid pressure or as part of a broader biological control program alongside other compatible beneficial insects.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpon arrival, gently rotate the container horizontally to mix the larvae with the carrier material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen the container and apply small amounts of material directly into the crop where pests are active. Focus on areas with visible aphids, new growth, stems, undersides of leaves, or other affected areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply during cooler parts of the day when possible. Avoid releasing in direct hot sun or onto wet foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to Expect Upon Arrival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColeobug is shipped in carrier material to protect the larvae during transport. You may notice limited movement at first, as the larvae often hide within the carrier material during shipping. This is normal.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a live biological product and should be released as soon as possible after arrival. If immediate release is not possible, store briefly in a cool, dark location around 14°C and use within 1–2 days of receipt. Do not refrigerate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColeobug has an extended lead time compared to our regular weekly biologicals. Please allow approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–14 business days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for ordering and arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe import biological controls fresh to help ensure customers receive active, viable beneficial insects. Because these are living products with limited shelf life, we do not keep most biologicals stocked in-house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease inspect your package and product right away upon arrival, before release. If you have any concerns about condition or viability, contact us before releasing at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:admin@optimizeorganics.ca\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eadmin@optimizeorganics.ca\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with your order number and clear photos of the package and product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiological pest control is rarely a one-and-done release. Most active pest situations require sequential releases to build and maintain predator populations. For heavier aphid pressure, Coleobug may be best used as part of a broader control program with other compatible beneficials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid spraying pesticides, oils, or soaps immediately before or after release unless compatibility has been confirmed, as residues may harm beneficial insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Koppert","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901602627872,"sku":null,"price":137.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0087\/1022\/5979\/files\/coleobug-1000-coleomegilla-maculata-ladybeetle-beneficial-aphid-mealybug.webp?v=1782150179","url":"https:\/\/www.optimizeorganics.ca\/products\/coleomegilla-maculata-predatory-beetle","provider":"Optimize Organics Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}