Spider mites, false spider mites, and predatory phytoseiid species develop through five life stages. Eggs hatch, producing six-legged larvae. The two nymphal stages and adults have eight legs. At moderate temperatures, some species can complete one generation in about 10 days.
Spider mites, false spider mites, and predatory phytoseiid species develop through five life stages. Eggs hatch, producing six-legged larvae. The two nymphal stages and adults have eight legs. At moderate temperatures, some species can complete one generation in about 10 days.
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