Ladybug Larva

Gardens, agricultural fields, forests, and anywhere with aphid populations

Primarily aphids; will also consume scale insects, mites, and insect eggs

Larvae are active predators that crawl along stems searching for food. After four molts, they attach to a surface to pupate into adult ladybugs.

Highly beneficial as biological pest control for gardeners. They may occasionally nip skin if handled, though it is harmless.