Orius vicinus (ribaut) (heteroptera: Anthocoridae), a predator of orchard pests new to new zealand

Abstract

Orius vicinus (Ribaut), previously known from the Palearctic region, is recorded from New Zealand. The species is briefly characterised, and important structural characters are illustrated. Notes are given on distribution and ecology, and current knowledge of bioecology is reviewed. © 1994 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.