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Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle

Harmonia axyridis

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Notes:

Is this the Native ladybug or the invasive Asian ladybug? How can I tell?

Species ID Suggestions

Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle

Harmonia axyridis

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AbigailParker
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AbigailParker
Yes, I am afraid this is the invasive Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle. There are actually over 480 species of lady beetle in North America, and most of them are native! BugGuide.net has a good overview of the many varieties. http://bugguide.net/node/view/179

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