About Diamondback Moth Parasitoid
A small ichneumon wasp that is the most important natural enemy of the diamondback moth, a major global brassica pest. Females parasitize caterpillars with a quick ovipositor strike.
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So effective at controlling diamondback moth that pesticide-free brassica production depends on this species.
Distribution
Where Diamondback Moth Parasitoid can be found
Seasonal Activity
Peak activity
Moderate
Low / dormant
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Orbitrock. (2026). Diamondback Moth Parasitoid (Diadegma semiclausum). Retrieved from https://orbitrock.com/insect/diamondback-moth-parasitoid
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