Carol DM
Ladybugs are seen often as the tmerpeatures start to warm up. They usually hibernate underneath your house. This is one reason you sometimes get them in your house. I found this one outside on my tulip poplar tree. I am sure there are many more when he came from. But they are harmless.
Nature has uniquely designed a warning system of colors. Red, yellow and black are colors that warn predators that the insect they are about to eat might not be a good lunch choice. The colors of the Ladybug can warn of danger such as poisonous, bad taste, or the ability to defend itself against the predators.
Something else you might not know is the origin of the name. In Europe, during the Middle Ages, insects were destroying the crops, so the Catholic farmers prayed to the Virgin Mary for help. Soon the Ladybugs came, ate the plant destroying pests and saved the crops.
The farmers began calling the ladybugs “The Beetles of Our Lady”, and they eventually became known as “Lady Beetles”. The red wings represented the Virgin’s cloak and the black spots represented her joys and sorrows. They didn’t differentiate between males and females.
Amazing to learn more about nature every day. These colorful tiny insects are very cool to see. They are so tiny you would miss them if not for their bright colors. They are about the size of the end of your finger.
©CarolDM2019
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OMG, so pretty Ladybug!!! Saw the one today in my flat and some outside 2-3 days ago.
I love Ladybugs! Watching them fly is an experience.
Yes they are cute little critters.
watching them I often wonder how the heck do they fly. They look so awkward in the air!
In my country, they are called kepik, and indeed, they are friends of farmers. I sometimes see them too…
I learned a new word. I looked them up and they are like ours. Cool to know, thanks!
You’re welcome. We are both happy to share each other, right?
Thanks Carol, I have always liked ladybugs, not only they are beautiful but the saviour of plants
Yes indeed, they are friendly critters.
Even Ladybird lives in us … I see her in the garden and on the terrace
Did not know they were world wide critters. Good to know!
I did not even know … that he lives around the world
Thank you for sharing the history of the ladybugs. I have not seen any ladybugs inside the home. Just outside the home in the yards.
You are welcome, it was interesting for me to learn as well.
We both learned something about ladybugs which is great.
I see Ladybugs in the garden, I have not seen it in the house yet. Thanks for the interesting information.
I have heard of invasions in the home since they hibernate underneath. But it has not happened here.
I’ve often met Ladybugs in park. In the next few weeks I will start looking for ladybug eggs because I want to take some photos. ? Great photo, btw!
Glad you have them as well. Looking forward to your photos.
I thought they were named after a British queen, but now I know the real story. I love lady bugs. They always land on me!!
Interesting to learn about nature. Yes everything lands on me it seems.
I will share a curious story about the ladybird’s black points. If it has less than 7 points, the year will be fruitful.
Looking forward to your story my friend.
I remember seeing one crawling on one of my belongings … its quite long ago so I can’t remember the details but I remember its nice colour!
And now I know why it gets that weird name …hehe
Yes they can invade your home at times. 🙂