Identification
This is a narrow, black fly with large wings (2.5 mm long) and long antennae. The larvae are almost transparent with a black head (6 mm long). Characterized by Y-shaped venation on transparent wings.
Damage They Cause:
-larvae feed on the young roots causing plant stunting and wilt
-larvae can spread mites, nematodes, and fungi
-Fungus Gnat adults can encourage pathogens such as; Pythium, Botrytis, Fusarium, Verticillium
Beneficial Insects for Control
Strateolaelaps scimitis (Mesostigmata: Laelapidae) -generalist predatory mite
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Strateo Mite
$18.50 – $204.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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Geo Mite
$33.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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Dalotia Beetle
$35.30 – $152.78 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
