10-spot Ladybird
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10-spot Ladybird
Adalia decempunctata
The 10-spot ladybird is a small, round beetle with ten black spots on its bright red body. These friendly insects love to eat tiny pests like aphids, making them helpful in gardens!
Habitat: Gardens
Appearance
The 10-spot Ladybird is a small, round beetle, typically orange or red with ten black spots on its wing cases. It can also appear black with red or yellow spots, or even have fewer or fused spots, making it a very variable insect.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyCoccinellidaeGenusAdalia
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its amazing eyes are made of thousands of tiny lenses!
Ladybird larvae look like tiny, spiky, grey-black alligators!
The spots on its back don't tell you how old it is!
This species has so many color patterns, it's like a fashion show!
Special abilities
Ability
Stinky Shield
10-spot Ladybird can release a foul-smelling yellow liquid from its legs that helps them scare away predators.
Ability
Warning Colors
10-spot Ladybird has bright red and black patterns that help them warn predators they taste bad and are toxic.
Ability
Winter Nap
10-spot Ladybird can hibernate in groups during cold months that helps them survive winter by slowing down their bodies.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 6-15 mm
- Size
- 3-5 mm
- Lifespan
- 60-365 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
This little hunter loves to feast on tiny plant pests, keeping gardens healthy!
Age differences: Larvae also eat aphids, growing quickly on this protein-rich diet.
Primary Foods
- aphids
- psyllids
- scale insects
- pollen
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
hunts
Black Bean Aphid
Aphis fabae
Major food source for larvae and adults.
eaten by
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Great Tit
Parus major
A common bird that preys on ladybirds.
depends on
Lacy Phacelia
Phacelia tanacetifolia
Visits flowers for pollen when insect prey is scarce.
eaten by
Cross Orbweaver
Araneus diadematus
This spider might trap ladybirds in its web.
Traits
Spotted
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
10-spot Ladybug
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Ladybirds are safe to touch, but be gentle and don't squeeze them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 10-spot Ladybird's wingspan?
6-15 mm
How big is 10-spot Ladybird?
3-5 mm
How long does 10-spot Ladybird live?
60-365 days
What does 10-spot Ladybird eat?
This little hunter loves to feast on tiny plant pests, keeping gardens healthy!
Where is 10-spot Ladybird usually found?
Gardens
How does 10-spot Ladybird hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does 10-spot Ladybird have?
6
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