This nematode has been shown to interfere with the parasitic activity of the coffee berry borer by increasing the mortality of its progeny.

[2] Its only known host is the coffee berry borer (Hypothenemus hampei), which is originally native to Angola, Africa.

It is prudent to explore such a course of action because use of the Metaparasitylenchus hypothenemi nematodes provides a method with which to sterilize female borers.

Depending on how many parasitic females are present, sterilization can range from being partially derailed to being completely shut down.

During this time, eggs hatch within the female and proceed through to stage J3 (see Lifecycle) and at this point are ready to exit the host beetle.