Lady beetles, also known as ladybugs, are distinct, varied and abundant, with approximately 500 species in North America and 6,000 worldwide. Their oval, dome-shaped bodies can be colorful and decorative, but the “lady” designation has nothing to do with their appearance. Lady beetles, also known as ladybugs, are distinct, varied and abundant, with approximately 500 species in North America and 6,000 worldwide. Their oval, dome-shaped bodies can be colorful and decorative, but the “lady” designation has nothing to do with their appearance. Plants & Animals Ecology Phys.org – latest science and technology news stories
Ladybugs: Understanding the beneficial predators among us
