Top view of a multicolored Asian lady beetle.

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Top view of a multicolored Asian lady beetle. A native to Asia, this beetle was released in the US to help control pests. They can be identified by the M or W on the backs of their heads.

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Size: 4661px × 6992px
Location: Rockaway, NJ, United States
Photo credit: © MIHAI ANDRITOIU / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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