V-marked Lady Beetle
Neoharmonia venusta venusta
40.7839, -73.2
Field Notes
Description:
Small beetle, red or pinkish coloration with distinct black patterning. This species does have some variation in pattern. Feeds on various soft bodied insects, especially noted to be major predators of the Imported Willow Leaf Beetle, Plagiodera versicolora (which were on this tree).
Habitat:
Suburban yard on an ornamental willow.
Notes:
I was very happy to see these beautiful native species again this year (spotted last year as well on the same tree).
Reference Links:
Subspecies Neoharmonia venusta venusta - BugGuide.Net
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 4, 2013
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