Ladybug

Contrary to popular belief, this lady isn’t always red with black spots. She can be yellow, pink, orange or even black—with or without spots.

Most gardeners love having the ladybug around because she feeds on aphids and scale insects, damaging pests in gardens, agricultural fields and orchards.

Some people even consider it good luck to see a ladybug or have one land on you!

Fascinating Facts

• Nighty-night! Ladybugs enter a sleep-like state during the winter, waking up when warmer weather arrives.
• Lots of ladies. There are nearly 5,000 different kinds of ladybugs worldwide.
• You said a mouthful! Ladybugs chew from side to side, instead of up and down.

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