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Beneficial/Neutral Insects |
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Beetles,
Bugs and Insects without Obvious Wings
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sevenspotted lady beetle, Coccinella septempunctata
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Appearance: |
This beetle is 1/4 - 1/3 inch long
with 7 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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