A small beetle species belonging to the ladybird (ladybug) family Coccinellidae, characterized by its distinctive spotted pattern and beneficial role in agricultural ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Widespread across temperate regions of Europe, typically found in grasslands, meadows, gardens, and agricultural landscapes with diverse vegetation
Ecological Role
Significant predator of aphids and small soft-bodied insects, serving as a natural biological control agent in agricultural and garden environments
Morphology
SKIN COATHard exoskeleton with distinctive yellowish-brown background and 19 distinct black spots, providing camouflage and warning coloration
LIMBS WINGSSix legs with tarsal adaptations for walking and climbing, capable of short flight with membranous hindwings
HEAD SENSORYSmall head with compound eyes, short antennae for environmental sensing and chemical detection
BODY STRUCTURESmall, oval-shaped beetle approximately 4-5 mm in length, with a convex dorsal surface and rounded edges
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Francisco Welter-Schultes
