Glossary

Beneficial insects provide services such as pollination, predation, or parasitism of pests. Mango flower visitors and insect natural enemies can support production, but a helpful insect may resemble a pest at a glance. Preserve useful habitat where appropriate and assess the need for treatment before spraying active flowers. Beneficial does not mean that one purchased insect will solve every problem; species, timing, food supply, and environmental conditions determine whether a natural enemy can contribute effectively.