Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: Armoured scales (Hemiptera: Diaspididae)

Agent introduced: Comperiella bifasciata (Hymenoptera: Encrytidae)

Imported: 1947

Import source: Australia

Establishment: Did not establish

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.