Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: Tetranychus urticae (Acariformes: Tetranychidae), two-spotted spider mite

Agent introduced: Metaseiulus occidentalis (Parasitiformes: Phytoseiidae) = Galendromus occidentalis, Typhlodromus occidentalis

No introduction details are currently available.

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.