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AbstractNymphal and adult Diaphnidia capitata(Van Duzee) have long been recognized as predators of Panonychus ulmi(Koch) and Tetranychus urticaeKoch. The eggs and oviposition sites preferred by this species are described herein to supplement available descriptions of the eggs of mirid predators of spider mites.

AbstractDuring 1967 Hyaliodes vitripennis(Say) proved to be an important predator of Panonychus ulmiKoch and Tetranychus urticaeKoch in an experimental orchard. The eggs of this predator, described herein, are destinctive for the species. Observations on oviposition sites for the overwintering eggs are also included.