Ladybug Larva

Found globally in gardens, farms, orchards, and forests, typically wherever aphid colonies are present.

Highly predatory; primarily eats aphids, but also consumes scale insects, mites, and insect eggs.

Active during the day, searching plants for prey. They undergo four larval stages before pupating into an adult ladybug. They may bite if handled but are not medically significant.

Highly beneficial to the ecosystem and agriculture as natural pest control. They pose no significant risk to humans, though they can occasionally nip skin.