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Harlequin ladybird Harmonia axyridis

Adult beetle - Red variety.

​Introduced species, often confused with the native seven-spot ladybird although Harmonia has far more spots.

Size: 5-7mm Larger than most UK native ladybirds

These are not museum pests but will invade houses in the autumn to hibernate. They may cause spotting on walls and curtains.

There are a number of colour variations, see related objects.

Harlequin ladybird Harmonia axyridis

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