A small coccinellid beetle species characterized by its distinctive 24-spot pattern, native to Europe and parts of temperate Asia. This herbivorous ladybird beetle is commonly found in grassland and agricultural ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Grasslands, meadows, agricultural fields, and herbaceous vegetation zones across Europe and temperate regions of Asia
Ecological Role
Contributes to plant ecosystem dynamics by feeding on plant tissues, potentially impacting vegetation structure and composition in grassland environments
Morphology
SKIN COATHard exoskeleton with protective coloration serving as warning signal to potential predators
LIMBS WINGSSix slender legs adapted for walking on vegetation, capable of short flights
HEAD SENSORYSmall antennae with chemosensory capabilities, compound eyes for visual perception
BODY STRUCTURESmall, oval-shaped beetle approximately 4-5 mm in length, with distinctive yellow-cream background and 24 black spots distributed across elytra
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Luis Miguel Bugallo Sánchez
