viewed from the side. In males, the upper two-thirds of the forewings are dark, sometimes suffused with ochre or mixed with whitish scales. The lower one-third
and red ocelli, measuring about 0.75 mm, while males are slightly smaller, dark yellow to brown, with distinguishing antennae differences.
are light grey in colour; they have a broader abdomen that displays several dark spots in a “checkerboard” pattern; and, most significantly, they have long
warmest part of the day. Ensure that the hive gets some sunlight during the dark winter period. Shade can be provided by the crop, a crate, or other screening
antennae, a rounded abdomen that is shorter than the wings, and is black with dark brown legs. A female has a more pointed abdomen that is as long as the wings
slender flies with long legs and distinctive wing markings. They have a dark body coloration and are commonly seen resting on plant foliage or flying
attack of broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ), is the appearance of dark brown edges at the base of young leaves. In case of a mild infestation, one
Upon receipt, take boxes out of the insulating shipment packaging. Keep in a dark, ventilated refrigerator/cold room until use.