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Giant Lady Beetle

Anatis lecontei

Photo by RedRock
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Field Notes

Description:

Looks similar to a Lady Bug but larger, maybe .5" wide. Red back. thorax is black with 2 white stripes.

Habitat:

This one was found on a maple(?) in a shady, aspen grove at approx 7400'.

Notes:

I found this next to some other lady bugs. I was amazed to see its size.

Reference Links:

Species Anatis lecontei - Giant Lady Beetle - BugGuide.Net

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