Diaspididae-predator
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Microweisea misella
Micro Lady Beetle
Microweisea misella is a minute lady beetle (Coccinellidae) native to North America. Adults measure only 1–1.5 mm in length and are darkly colored. The species is a specialized predator of armored scale insects (Diaspididae), particularly on blueberry and other shrubs and trees. It has been documented across southern Canada and much of the United States, and is associated with urban and agricultural habitats where scale infestations occur.
Rhyzobius
Rhyzobius is a genus of small lady beetles (Coccinellidae) in the tribe Coccidulini. The genus was established by J.F. Stephens in 1829 (published 1832) and contains approximately 106 recognized species worldwide. Members are specialized predators of scale insects (Coccoidea), particularly armored scales (Diaspididae). Several species, notably R. lophanthae and R. ventralis, have been widely introduced as biological control agents against scale pests in temperate regions globally.