Metaseiulus occidentalis
- Pronunciation
- /MET-a-say-YOU-lus ok-sin-DEN-talis/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Metaseiulus occidentalis
- Plural
- Metaseiulus occidentalis
Definition
A predatory mite species in the family Phytoseiidae, known for its effectiveness against various agricultural pests.
Etymology
From Latin 'meta' meaning 'after', 'seiulus' from Greek 'seio' meaning 'to shake', and 'occidentalis' meaning 'western'.
Example
Metaseiulus occidentalis is commonly used as a biocontrol agent against whiteflies in greenhouses.