Jun 17, 2024 · A ladybug and an Asian lady beetle look similar, but one type helps control unwanted insects in the garden while the other is a pest itself. Here's how to tell these similar-looking bugs apart.

The Asian lady beetle, or Harmonia axyridis, is a common ladybug that has been widely used in the U.S. to control the population and spread of other insects and plant pests, such as scale...

Oct 13, 2023 · Not only are native and invasive ladybug species competing for the same food source, the Asian Lady Beetle is hardier, and stronger. It also has an arsenal of a parasitic fungus that kills other ladybug species, especially when native ladybugs find and feed off Asian Lady Beetle eggs and larvae.

Jun 3, 2018 · Invasive ladybugs do carry parasites, whose roles in ladybug ecology are uncertain overall. They also do eat ladybug eggs and larvae, and it’s that last point which I’ve decided to explore a little bit further.

Oct 25, 2024 · Ladybug look-alikes have become a common sight during the fall as they look for a cozy place to congregate before the temperatures drop. The Asian lady beetle is an invasive species that...

Feb 16, 2025 · The Asian lady beetle is considered an invasive pest on a global scale due to its voracious predatory nature, ability to survive and introduce diseases that native lady beetles are not resistant to, and ability to outcompete native ladybugs for food.

Mar 15, 2025 · While the native ladybugs are a valuable part of healthy ecosystems, the invasive Asian lady beetle presents a genuine challenge. Understanding the differences between these species allows us to better support biodiversity and manage pest control effectively.

May 20, 2013 · The harlequin ladybug gets a leg up on the natives with the aid of a parasitic fungus. Learn more about invasive ladybugs on EarthSky.

Unfortunately, Asian lady beetles are an invasive species. They wreak havoc on many homeowners, showing up by the dozens on the outside of homes. When these pests fly into the home, they sometimes get eaten by the family pet, which makes them sick, …

Originally, Asian Lady Beetles were brought to North America in 1960s to combat aphids. However, they have become a large pest and have overtaken the native Ladybug population. So, how do you tell the difference between these two opposites? Usually, you can tell by their markings and size. First, Ladybugs tend to be smaller and rounder in size.