We introduced two batches of 300 ladybugs a couple weeks ago, and now we have a thriving ladybug lifecycle.

adult

The larvae do most of the eating.

larva

Eggs are hard to spot.

eggs

  • Beehaw_Girl@beehaw.org
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    3 hours ago

    Did the aphids invest in the honeysuckle? Or did the honeysuckle invest in the aphids? And what is the monetary equivalent value of an aphid or a honeysuckle? Is the investment going well? 🤔

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    5 hours ago

    Ooh, congratulations! I’ve had a few ladybugs around my yard, but I’m mostly overrun with false chitbugs instead of aphids, and they don’t seem to be making a dent. Hope your buggy community keeps thriving!