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Lady Beetle |
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Beneficial/Neutral Insects |
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Beetles,
Bugs and Insects without Obvious Wings
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Convergent Lady Beetle, Hippodamia convergens
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Photo: U of MN Department of Entomology |
Appearance: |
This beetle is 1/4 inch long with 13 spots on its wing
covers. |
| Where/When: |
Found in many types of environments, including agricultural
fields and gardens. Active from spring into fall. |
| Significance: |
An important natural control agent. It feeds on
aphids. |
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