Amblydromella caudiglans: A new predatory mite for Washington apples
Author: Elizabeth Beers
Published: 2014
Summary: The objectives of this project were: 1. Conduct a survey of predatory mite (Phytoseiidae) species in Washington apple orchards to determine species prevalence and biodiversity. 2. Assess the effects of various factors, including climate, landscape, available prey species, and type of pesticide regime (conventional or organic) on the species composition of predatory mites found at each site using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis. 3. Compare the biology, pesticide tolerance, and predatory ability of A. caudiglans and G. occidentalis.
