- Thu Sep 25, 2014 2:27 am
#213045
I have been noticing some damage on random plants in my terrarium, but never saw a culprit. Earlier today I found what appears to be spider mites (photo of one below). Their numbers seem to be increasing since the damage I am finding is appearing faster and more widespread. So, after reading a bit I am still a bit unsure about a good method to get rid of them or just get their numbers down to a point that they aren't a nuisance. I would appreciate any help to narrow down the options while still being safe for the plants .
This is what I have found as options so far. It seems that neem oil can be ineffective against spider mites, but some say it works fine. Acephate 75 sounds like a better route to go to control them, but I'm not sure what the mixture amount would be. I assume the amount would depend on the brand (the only one I am finding is Hi-yield fire ant control with acephate). I also have found using CO2 to control them which seems like a good route to go (I would sublime some dry ice, distribute it throughout the tank and seal it up after), and possibly more effective combined with the acephate 75. If anyone has any other suggestions that would be great as well.
0924142028b by chevyguy8893, on Flickr
This is what I have found as options so far. It seems that neem oil can be ineffective against spider mites, but some say it works fine. Acephate 75 sounds like a better route to go to control them, but I'm not sure what the mixture amount would be. I assume the amount would depend on the brand (the only one I am finding is Hi-yield fire ant control with acephate). I also have found using CO2 to control them which seems like a good route to go (I would sublime some dry ice, distribute it throughout the tank and seal it up after), and possibly more effective combined with the acephate 75. If anyone has any other suggestions that would be great as well.
0924142028b by chevyguy8893, on Flickr
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