Asian Lady Beetle

Found in gardens, forests, and agricultural fields; frequently migrates to the interior of buildings in autumn to seek shelter for the winter.

Primarily predatory; they feed heavily on aphids, scale insects, and other soft-bodied agricultural pests.

They undergo complete metamorphosis from egg to larva, pupa, and adult. They are known for reflex bleeding, where they release a yellow, foul-smelling liquid when threatened.

Highly beneficial to ecosystems and farmers for controlling pests. However, they can be a nuisance in homes, cause minor allergic reactions in some people, and occasionally bite if handled.