Aggregation
An aggregation of Harlequin ladybirds photographed just inside the doorway of West Chelborough church. Their highly varied appearance is typical of the species. There were half a dozen clusters, totaling several hundred insects and they were all seeking a suitable place with relatively stable conditions where they will huddle together to see out the winter months.
Harlequins are a non-native species originating in Asia. Now that they are so well established in the UK, our native species will just have to take their chances.
Aggregation
An aggregation of Harlequin ladybirds photographed just inside the doorway of West Chelborough church. Their highly varied appearance is typical of the species. There were half a dozen clusters, totaling several hundred insects and they were all seeking a suitable place with relatively stable conditions where they will huddle together to see out the winter months.
Harlequins are a non-native species originating in Asia. Now that they are so well established in the UK, our native species will just have to take their chances.