Eighteen-spot Ladybird

Natural Habitat

Found primarily in coniferous forests and woodlands, specifically on Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris).

Diet & Feeding

Strictly carnivorous, feeding predominantly on aphids that live on pine trees.

Behavior Patterns

Adults are active from April to October and typically overwinter in bark crevices or pine needles. They are highly specialized to their pine habitat and are rarely found on other vegetation.

Risks & Benefits

Benefits the ecosystem by controlling aphid populations on pine trees; poses no risk to humans or pets.

Identified on: 5/23/2026