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Stratiolaelaps Scimitus Mite For Fungus Gnats
Stratiolaelaps Scimitus Mite For Fungus Gnats
Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Live Bottled Mites) is a soil-dwelling predatory mite that hunts pests where they live. It targets the larval stages of fungus gnats in soil, thrips pupae in substrate, and root aphids in soil and rooting media. This biological control works without sprays or residue and is proven to help with snake mites in reptile enclosures. The mites reproduce on-site and continue patrolling as long as moisture and moderate temperatures are present.
How to use: sprinkle mites across the top layer after watering for soil/grow media; apply directly to bedding in reptile enclosures (avoid direct contact with snakes); release evenly across infested zones in greenhouses or raised beds; dust into dry bedding in coops or aviaries; keep substrate moist—not wet—for 2 weeks after application; repeat every 2–4 weeks in high‑pressure zones.
📋 Product summary:
- Fungus gnats — larvae in soil; ideal for grow tents and container plants.
- Snake mites — adults and eggs in bedding; for reptile enclosures only.
- Thrips — pupae in substrate; complements Cucumeris or Swirskii.
- Root aphids — soil-dwelling forms; use as part of a multi-layer IPM.
- No sprays; zero residue; safe for pets, reptiles, and beneficials.
- Reproduction and life cycle: eggs hatch 1–2 days; larvae become adults in about a week; adults live 3–6 weeks.
| Pest | Stage Targeted | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fungus gnats | Larvae in soil | Ideal for grow tents and container plants |
| Snake mites | Adults and eggs in bedding | For reptile enclosures only |
| Thrips | Pupae in substrate | Complements foliar mites like Cucumeris or Swirskii |
| Root aphids | Soil-dwelling forms | Use as part of a multi-layer IPM |
| Soil mites | Opportunistic control | Reduces pest mite populations in living soil |
| Poultry mites | In bedding | Used in some aviary and coop setups |
| Feature | What That Means |
|---|---|
| Goes underground | Hunts fungus gnat larvae in soil where sprays can’t reach |
| Tracks in substrate | Moves through bedding to find snake mites in reptile setups |
| Reproduces on-site | Lays eggs, builds population naturally |
| Zero residue | No harm to pets, reptiles, or beneficials |
| Multi-stage suppression | Targets pests at egg, larva, and adult phases |
| Quiet but effective | You won’t see them—but you’ll know they’re working |
| Environment | How to Use |
|---|---|
| Soil/grow media | Sprinkle mites across the top layer after watering |
| Reptile enclosures | Apply directly to bedding (avoid direct contact with snakes) |
| Greenhouses or raised beds | Release evenly across infested zones |
| Coops or aviaries | Dust into dry bedding, away from direct heat or sunlight |
| Pressure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Light or preventative | 10 mites per sq ft |
| Moderate infestations | 20 mites per sq ft |
| Severe or animal bedding use | 30+ mites per sq ft |
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