Asian Lady Beetle

Found in agricultural fields, gardens, and forests; commonly enters homes during fall winter to seek warmth.

Primarily feeds on aphids, scale insects, and other soft-bodied agricultural pests.

Known for large aggregations during seasonal migrations in autumn; displays 'reflex bleeding' (releasing yellow fluid) when threatened.

Benefits include biological pest control for crops; risks include being a nuisance household pest, potential minor bites, staining surfaces, and causing allergic reactions in some individuals.