The parasitoid would be transported to the IIBC Kenya station by air. Prior to shipment, Parasitoid mummies were to be screened to ensure they were free of fungal pathogens. No plant material would be shipped. On arrival, parasitoid mummies would be taken to the IIBC quarantine laboratory where they would be held at 22 o C. Emerging adults would be collected and used to establish cultures. This parasitoid would be reared through one generation in quarantine.
Adults begin parasitising aphids soon after they emerge from the pupal cocoon.
Average adult longevity is about seven days at a temperature of 22 o C. when provided with a honey solution as food. On emergence, the female has an average egg complement of 34. More eggs are formed throughout life. Fertilised eggs develop into females while unfertilised eggs develop into males. This period does not include incubation.