Blumberg, D., & DeBach, P. 1979 Development of Habrolepis rouxi Compere (Hymenoptera: Encyrtidae) in two armoured scale hosts (Homoptera: Diaspididae) and parasite egg encapsulation by California red scale.. Ecological Entomology 4: 299-306.

Notes: Abstract: Aonidiella aurantii & Aspidiotus nerii were tested for suitability as hosts to rear parasite Habrolepis rouxi for use in biological control; neither regarded as completely suitable due to factors such as egg encapsulation & unfavorable nutrition; immunity to parasite can be conferred by host plant; on lemon fruit & potato tubers. Keywords: biological control.