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Melanic Asian Ladybug

Harmonia axyridis conspicua

Photo by misako
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Field Notes

Description:

This is a Melanic (black color variant) Harmonia axyridis with red spots. It was a bit larger than the typical red Harmonia axyridis that I spot. It was one of two black color variants that I spotted in this location.

Habitat:

Wild fennel plants along a fence next to Bank of America parking lot, Emeryville, CA.

Reference Links:

EOL: Coccinellidae, Harmonia axyridis, Harmonia axyridis, the invasive harlequin ladybird (Coccinellidae) establishing…

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