Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: Panonychus ulmi (Acari: Tetranychidae), European red mite

Agent introduced: Hyaliodes harti (Hemiptera: Miridae)

Imported: 1966

Import source: Nova Scotia, Canada

Released: 1966

Release details: 50 females and 83 males released

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.