Biocontrol introduction

Target pest: Wiseana spp. (Lepidoptera: Hepialidae), porina

Agent introduced: Notodytes variabilis (Diptera: Tachinidae)

Imported: 1967-68

Import source: Argentina

Release details: Not released

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.