“Green Lacewing larvae, also known as aphid lions, are tiny upon emerging from the egg, but they grow to 3/8″ long.Green Lacewing larvae paralyze their prey with venom and with their large hollow jaws draw out the body fluids of the pest. The Green Lacewing is the most versatile and voracious, commercially available predator of pests of greenhouse, field crops and orchards.Each lacewing larva will devour 200 or more pests or pest eggs a week during their two to three week developmental period. After this stage, the larvae pupate by spinning a cocoon with silken thread. Approximately five days later adult lacewings emerge to mate and repeat the life cycle. Depending on climatic conditions, the adult will live about four to six weeks. Each adult female may deposit more than 200 eggs. For best results, habitats should be provided that encourage the adults to remain and reproduce in the release area. Nectar, pollen, and honeydew stimulate their reproductive process. If these food sources”

“Preferred food: aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, leafhopper nymphs, caterpillar eggs, scales, thrips, and whiteflies. Method of shipment: Green lacewing are shipped as eggs packed in bran. Release rates: In gardens and greenhouses, release eggs at approximately 1,000 eggs/200 sq. ft. Once the larvae emerge, they will feed for 1-3 weeks before they become adults. The adults eat only honey, pollen, and nectar, which they need to reproduce. Repeated releases may be necessary if the infestation has not been arrested 5-7 days after the larvae have emerged. Availability: year-round. NOTE: The listed price includes the cost for 1,000 green lacewing and the cost of shipping for every shipment ordered. You MUST order 2 or more shipments. The shipping on the web invoice will not be charged unless you have additional items shipping with the green lacewings. Enter the number of weeks in the quantity box below. Price Includes Shipping!”