Biological and behavioral effects of kaolin particle film on larvae and adults of Chrysoperla carnea (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae)

► Kaolin film does not cause acute mortality to Chrysoperla carnea larvae and eggs. ► Computerized video tracking shows that kaolin direct spray affects larvae movement. ► Larvae grasping ability and locomotion decrease on kaolin-covered surfaces. ► Adult females show preference towards kaolin-covered surfaces for oviposition. ► Olive tree kaolin treatments do not affect adult abundance.