The females are known to be extremely productive eggs layers. The first larval stage, also known as L1 hatch on pasture and may develop into L3 within 5 days under favourable conditions. However, under cool conditions this stage of development may take several months. | The females are known to be extremely productive eggs layers. The first larval stage, also known as L1 hatch on pasture and may develop into L3 within 5 days under favourable conditions. However, under cool conditions this stage of development may take several months. |