Lady Beetles
Lady beetle adults and larvae
About Lady Beetles
These beneficial insects, commonly known as lady beetles, have distinctive round, red or orange bodies with black spots and voracious larvae that are often black with orange markings. Both adults and larvae feed on aphids, scale insects, and other soft-bodied pests, making them valuable allies for homeowners in Columbia and surrounding Middle Tennessee areas seeking natural pest control. Encouraging their presence helps maintain a healthy, balanced garden ecosystem.
Lady Beetles (Lady beetle adults and larvae) is a beneficial insect commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Beneficial Insects identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Lady Beetles regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Lady Beetles
- Scientific Name
- Lady beetle adults and larvae
- Category
- Beneficial Insect
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
