Biocontrol introduction
Target pest: Saissetia oleae (Hemiptera: Coccidae), black scale
Agent introduced: Rhyzobius forestieri (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae)
Imported: 1899
Import source: Australia
Released: 1899
Establishment: Recovered from most areas of New Zealand
Impacts on target: Unknown
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.