Didn't know ladybugs could bite. I do now. They hurt too. Standing there in bathroom putting on face cream. Bam! Righ in middle of back. Damn.
Top | Newest First | Oldest First
NightsWatch · M
I dont think our native ladybugs bit
3 Things You May Not Know About Multi-colored Asian Lady Beetles
Reading the title alone reveals one thing you already don’t know about multi-colored Asian lady beetles (MCALB). What are they? You know these little creatures, but you don’t even know it. Another name for the multi-colored Asian lady beetle is lady bug, and there is more to them than meets the eye. Here are the top 3 things you don’t know about these beetles.
1. They aren’t very lady like
The multi-colored Asian lady beetle is not as “tame” as the traditional lady bug. This species is more aggressive. The MCALB gets feisty when in a large group. Large swarms of these bugs can swarm areas and resort to biting when they are on the hunt for shelter in the fall and winter months. If they target your home, they will stop at nothing to make sure you share the space.
2. They are not native lady bugs
The multicolored Asian lady beetle is not native to Minnesota or the United States. People often confuse them with the native lady bug, but they are slightly different. The multi-colored Asian lady beetle was first brought to the United States in the early 1900’s. The new species was introduced to control devastating pest populations that attacked American crops. The beetle’s job was to control aphids and other pests that fed on pecan, trees, citrus trees and alfalfa crops.
Not too long ago, the USDA, state agencies, local agencies and the Forestry Commission released the Asian lady beetle to control aphid, mile, and scale insect populations. The goal was to reduce pesticide use.
3. They smell
Yes, those cute, little bugs that your kids like to play with and you like to see in your garden can actually get quite smelly. The MCALB will release a stinky substance that is yellow in color when they are stressed or agitated. The smelly stuff is also called “reflex bleeding,” and it comes from their joints.
The Bottom Line. Asian lady beetles (Harmonia axyridis) were introduced by the US Department of Agriculture to help control crop pests like aphids. Although they were invited guests, they have become branded as an invasive species and household pests. Asian lady beetles can bite, but they are not venomous.
3 Things You May Not Know About Multi-colored Asian Lady Beetles
Reading the title alone reveals one thing you already don’t know about multi-colored Asian lady beetles (MCALB). What are they? You know these little creatures, but you don’t even know it. Another name for the multi-colored Asian lady beetle is lady bug, and there is more to them than meets the eye. Here are the top 3 things you don’t know about these beetles.
1. They aren’t very lady like
The multi-colored Asian lady beetle is not as “tame” as the traditional lady bug. This species is more aggressive. The MCALB gets feisty when in a large group. Large swarms of these bugs can swarm areas and resort to biting when they are on the hunt for shelter in the fall and winter months. If they target your home, they will stop at nothing to make sure you share the space.
2. They are not native lady bugs
The multicolored Asian lady beetle is not native to Minnesota or the United States. People often confuse them with the native lady bug, but they are slightly different. The multi-colored Asian lady beetle was first brought to the United States in the early 1900’s. The new species was introduced to control devastating pest populations that attacked American crops. The beetle’s job was to control aphids and other pests that fed on pecan, trees, citrus trees and alfalfa crops.
Not too long ago, the USDA, state agencies, local agencies and the Forestry Commission released the Asian lady beetle to control aphid, mile, and scale insect populations. The goal was to reduce pesticide use.
3. They smell
Yes, those cute, little bugs that your kids like to play with and you like to see in your garden can actually get quite smelly. The MCALB will release a stinky substance that is yellow in color when they are stressed or agitated. The smelly stuff is also called “reflex bleeding,” and it comes from their joints.
The Bottom Line. Asian lady beetles (Harmonia axyridis) were introduced by the US Department of Agriculture to help control crop pests like aphids. Although they were invited guests, they have become branded as an invasive species and household pests. Asian lady beetles can bite, but they are not venomous.
@NightsWatch I put picture further down in a conversation. Pretty certain it is a ladybug
Figured from reading that what I felt was a pinch
Figured from reading that what I felt was a pinch
Queendragonfly · 31-35, F
View 3 more replies »
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
@Bexsy wrong word, prey, they are probably the prey and the predator is what they push back upon. That is very interesting. When you read about spiders and other venomous creatures, they seem to be smart enough to not waste their venom on something they can't eat. A little big is smart enough not to attack a human, unless in Defense.
BrewCityArtist · M
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
@BrewCityArtist I just posted a response with a photo I took of the bug you mentioned. The mouth piece is totally different.
BrewCityArtist · M
@samueltyler2 Yes, that is an Asian version. If I recall, the Asian version are larger and have distinct head markings (the M). Ladybugs are darker in color. Another common characteristic is the Asian version are the ones that swarm when it gets cold.
@BrewCityArtist figure with as many dots its the asian. Just didn't know they came so red in color. They still cute
Jeephikelove · 46-50, F
Jeephikelove · 46-50, F
@Bexsy exactly
saragoodtimes · F
@saragoodtimes felt like a bite
SalttyDawg · 70-79, M
@saragoodtimes One can only wish 😀
akindheart · 61-69, F
akindheart · 61-69, F
@Bexsy wow...wonder where it came from
Barefooter25 · 46-50, M
4meAndyou · F
Wow. I did NOT know that. When I lived in Lansing, Michigan, my house was invaded by a huge cloud of ladybugs. Apparently they travel in big swarms, and they are attracted by pale yellow houses.
This swarm landed ON my house, which was crawling with them on the outside for quite a while, and then they began to get INSIDE through the sliding door. They would land on the lampshades and leave little tea stains.
This swarm landed ON my house, which was crawling with them on the outside for quite a while, and then they began to get INSIDE through the sliding door. They would land on the lampshades and leave little tea stains.
southerngent · M
Geez, now I can add Coccinellidaephobia to my list.
https://ladybugplanet.com/fear-of-ladybugs-coccinellidaephobia-what-it-is-how-why-occurs-how-to-beat-it/
https://ladybugplanet.com/fear-of-ladybugs-coccinellidaephobia-what-it-is-how-why-occurs-how-to-beat-it/
akindheart · 61-69, F
@southerngent i think she is being invaded. Mice and ladybugs
southerngent · M
@akindheart better put out a crap ton of glue traps.
akindheart · 61-69, F
@southerngent LOL. not me. i am good. no bugs. becks has the mice and ladybugs.
MartinTheFirst · 22-25, M
A ladybug once stung me as a kid and when I looked something long and black was protruding from its downstairs. I didn't even know ladybugs had dicks. I was so scared.
NightsWatch · M
Dont let her fool you . She was abducted and thats just an implanted memory to cover up the "bite " which was the tracking chip being implanted. 🛸
Ladybug???
@Marywolf90 or asian lady beetle whatever lol
@Marywolf90 that's such a cute name
NudasPriest · 46-50, M
100,000+ people following
Thoughts Personal Stories, Advice, and Support![]()
New Post Associated Forums Topic Members
Thoughts Personal Stories, Advice, and Support
