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ladybug (& milkweed bug)

Exochomus childreni

Photo by 1Sarah2
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Field Notes

Description:

Lady bug with no discernible spots. Very small as indicated my the scarlet milkweed she is on and the milkweed bug attempting to hide in the background.

Habitat:

Tropical South

Notes:

This ladybug is the smallest I have ever seen in this area.
http://www.discoverlife.org/mp/20q?search=Exochomus+childreni&guide=1&c…

Reference Links:

Exochomus, Coccinellidae

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PublishedJune 23, 2011

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