Victoriensis - Predatory mite (under development) Euseius (=Amblyseius) victoriensis

Target Pests	Brown citrus mite, Citrus rust mite and Broad mite
Crops suitable	Citrus, grapevines and a wide variety of trees and shrubs
General description	Euseius victoriensis is a widespread naturally occurring species that has been recorded in sub coastal areas from north Queensland to South Australia. It occurs commonly in citrus orchards throughout inland areas of eastern Australia. Victoriensis is teardrop-shaped and ranges in appearance from clear to honey-coloured. After feeding, the mites often take on the colour of their prey. They have four pairs of legs placed forward on the body: the first pair is so well forward as to give the appearance of antennae. Like most phytoseiid mites, victoriensis moves quickly in a distinctive random searching pattern.
How to use	Victoriensis will be supplied on bean leaves. The leaves are simply placed into trees where target pests are present. Annual releases in spring are likely to be the recommendation.
Release rates	10,000 to 20,000 per hectare.
Prices	Price on application
Ordering	Under development by: Biological Services, Loxton SA Bugs for Bugs Mundubbera (Qld)
Other biocontrol agents commonly used with victoriensis:	Aphytis wasps, and Cryptolaemus and Chilocorus ladybirds in citrus.
Detailed descriptions and instructions for use are provided in: The Good Bug Book - Second Edition Available from suppliers

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