The Pine Ladybird usually has 4 red spots on the elytra (wing cases) but this individual only has the larger comma shaped front spots.
The Pine Ladybird usually has 4 red spots on the elytra (wing cases) but this individual only has the larger comma shaped front spots. They prefer coniferous trees and woodland
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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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