23/11/2022
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is an orange and black coloured ladybird ๐ native to Australia that feeds predominately on our fluffy little enemy........the mealybug (and other soft scaled insects). This little cutie is in its late larvae stage. These guys are an effective biological control super star, and have been exported to other places, including the US to help in agriculture. Sharing is caring!
What a superstar!
This little one was about 1cm long and easy to identify.
๐น What is your favourite bug friend?