Ladybug, Lady/Ladybird Beetle

Most species are highly beneficial.

• Common Name: Ladybug, Lady/Ladybird Beetle
• Scentific Name: various
• Class/Order/Family: Insecta/Coleoptera/Coccinellidae
• Metamorphosis: Complete

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  Size

  Adults about 1/32 to 3/8" long.

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  Color

  Red, orange, yellow, brown or shiny black with various color spots.

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  Biology

  Orange eggs are laid on plants infested by aphids.

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  Habit

  Prey on other bugs and also leaves.

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