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Harlequin Ladybirds (Harmonia axyridis)

A pair of mating Harlequin Ladybirds.

 

The Harlequin Ladybird is a non-native, invasive species originating from Asia. It is having a negative effect on our UK wildlife - it out-competes our native ladybirds for food and also eats their larvae and eggs.

 

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Uploaded on June 22, 2019
Taken on June 22, 2019