Check the listing for details. NaturesGoodGuys Orius Pirate Bugs Predatory Bug. Condition: New. Listed at 35.99 USD. LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEEDABOUT ORIUS INSIDIOSIS: Also known as the "Minute Pirate Bug," this predator is primarily used to control Thrips. Larval and adult stages of this beneficial bug are predatory, and an adult can consume as many as 80 pests per day. It can take 4-6 weeks to establish a colony, so we recommend multiple releases. TARGET PESTS: Feeds on all life stages of Thrips, Aphids, Whiteflies, Mites, and Moth Eggs. ORIUS INSIDIOSIS RELEASE RATES: Release 0.05 - 1 Orious per sq. ft. Release 5-10 Orious per 100 sq. ft. Release 50-100 Orious per 1,000 sq. ft. Multiple releases recommended. PRO TIPS:Orius may enter hibernation when daylight is less than 12 hours Artificial lighting will help keep your Orius from hibernating. LIFECYCLE: Approximately 2 week lifecycle. Egg to adult in 14 days. Females can lay up to 3 eggs per day. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4