Thrips Identification Guide
Present on old leaves, larvae occur in
groups together on the lower leaf
surface. All stages present on the plant.
Silvery coloured feeding spots on leaves [...] Often found on the
lower leaves in plants. Adults not very
active flyers and not often found on
sticky traps. All stages stay on the plant,
no pupation in [...] prefer flowers where
they feed on pollen, but they can also be
present on leaves. Pupation occurs in
the substrate or on plants.
Developmental time at 25°C