The Variegated Ladybeetle, or Ladybird, is a highly variable in colour, ranging from red, through orange to yellow on the domed carapace, but always w

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The Variegated Ladybeetle, or Ladybird, is a highly variable in colour, ranging from red, through orange to yellow on the domed carapace, but always with black markings. They and their nymphs are important aphid predators.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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