Mealybug Ladybird Beetle
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri
33.1468, -117.009
Field Notes
Description:
Brown and black beetle that has fuzz on the shell. The larva spotting is at: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/7173868
Habitat:
On dead leaf of unknown tree that's laying on the ground near citrus trees. The larva of this beetle reside on the citrus and can be seen at: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/7173868
Notes:
According to BugGuide, this is a female due to the brown forelegs.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 28, 2011
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