The Truth about Ladybugs

Ladybugs, or ladybird beetles depending on where you grew up or how accurate you like your common names, these insects are one of the few bugs not usually veiwed with imediate disgust. While the bright color makes them a favorite of ours, it is actually a warning. Ladybugs taste bad, really bad. These insects are major aphid and scale insect predators, from their crocodilian larval form into adulthood. This makes them an allie of gardeners and farmers, and ladybugs are commonly released as agent...