Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: Aonidiella aurantii (Hemiptera: Diaspididae), armoured scales

Agent introduced: Encarsia perniciosi Russian strain (Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae)

Imported: 1959-60

Import source: ? Via India

Released: Unknown but parasitoid was present in New Zealand at time of importation

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.