Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae)

Agent introduced: Episyrphus ?balteatus (Diptera: Syrphidae)

Imported: 1969, 1970, 1972

Import source: Pakistan

Release details: Not released

References

Cameron PJ, Hill RL, Bain J, Thomas WP (1989). A Review of Biological Control of Invertebrate Pests and Weeds in New Zealand 1874-1987. Technical Communication No 10. CAB International Institute of Biological Control. DSIR Entomology Division. 424p.