Red Scale Parasite (Aphytis melinus) California red scale is the favorite prey of these parasitic wasps, although citrus red scale, oleander scale, San Jose scale, ivy scale, and citrus yellow scale are other prey. Aphytis are shipped as adults, and the adult females lay their eggs in red scale. The larvae consume their host, and each A. melinus kills more than 30 scale insects. The adult parasites live approximately 26 days and will also dine on honeydew. Ideal conditions for control are 76-85 degrees F, relative humidity 40-50 percent. Release rates: 1-2 wasps per sq. ft, weekly; three applications usually required.

121911 Aphytis melinus, 5,000/unit (1#) $33.00 121951 Aphytis melinus, 10,000/unit (1#) $39.00 121981 Aphytis melinus, 30,000 (1#) $90.00 MUST SHIP FEDEX PRIORITY OVERNIGHT Select 5,000 10,000 30,000 qty: Request by Thursday noon for shipment the following week via FedEx Overnight. Cart orders that have anything other than Overnight shipping will be automatically upgraded. Permit required for shipment to Hawaii and many countries outside the USA. "Live & perishable product sales, once shipped are final, non-cancelable and non-refundable, unless approved by a Biocontrol Network officer." Phenology of Aphytis melinus