Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae)

Agent introduced: Sympherobius barberi (Neuroptera: Hemerobiidae)

Imported: pre 1895

Import source: North America (?)

Release details: Probable they were released but no records exist

Establishment: Not established

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.