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Oblong ladybird beetles

Scientific name: Hippodamia

Scientific name: Hippodamia

Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Members of the genus Hippodamia are not merely decorative additions to gardens but play a crucial role in natural pest control, preying extensively on aphids. Contrary to common belief, the vivid patterns on their elytra are not just for beauty; they serve as a warning to potential predators about their unpalatability. Remarkably, these insects can consume hundreds of aphids in their lifetime, significantly supporting agricultural health by reducing the need for chemical pesticides.

Species of Oblong ladybird beetles

Convergent lady beetle

Adonis' ladybird

Parenthesis lady beetle

Thirteen-spotted lady beetle

Glacial lady beetle

Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum

Arthropods

Class

Bugs

Order

Beetles

Family

Ladybugs

Genus

Oblong ladybird beetles

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