I've read about ladybugs, lady beetles, Asian lady beetles, and Asian beetles, for some time now. There seems to be some confusion about what beetles are called what. I still don't know for sure, but here are some online resources, by people who should know what they're writing about.
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The Multi-colored Asian Ladybeetle"
Michigan State University, MSU Extension, MSU Dept of Entomology, the Michigan Dept of Agriculture, and the MSU Integrated Pest Management Program
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A good bug with some bad habits ![]()
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The multi-colored Asian lady beetle is a native of Asia, and like many exotic species, has readily adapted to climates and habitats in the U.S. As with most lady beetles, it is a highly beneficial predator of insect pests, especially aphids. Asian lady beetles can create trouble when large numbers enter buildings or feed on late season fruit crops...."
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LADYBUGS"
University of Kentucky College of Agriculture Entomology
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Ladybugs, also called lady beetles or ladybird beetles, are a very beneficial group. They are natural enemies of many insects, especially aphids and other sap feeders. A single lady beetle may eat as many as 5,000 aphids in its lifetime. Many species of lady beetles are present in Kentucky and they are common in most habitats...."
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