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Ladybug Characteristics

Coccinellidae Appearance: Red, orange, yellow or green body


with spots; black legs and head
Size: Less than an inch
Ladybugs are well-known for their
Location: Often on leaves or other greenery
spotted appearance, and their bright
Season: Spring to Fall
coloring is a way to warn off predators
such as birds and larger insects such as
spiders. They are native to Europe and
were brought to North America. They are
friends of gardeners because they eat
aphids, which are small insects that can
harm plants. Ladybugs survive in many
different areas such as suburbs, forests, rivers and cities.

Sources
National Geographic Kids
Pictures: Molly O’Brien ’18 and Megan
Leich

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