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Notes: This paper discusses rearing methods for newly imported parasites: host plant selection and care, handling techniques, and environmental requirements are covered. Hosts discussed include Aonidiella aurantii, Aspidiotus nerii, Chrysomphalus aonidum, Diaspis echinocacti, Fiorinia theae, Hemiberlesia latanae, Lepidosaphes beckii, L. gloverii, Parlatoria oleae, P. pergandii and Quadraspidiotus perniciosus.