LIFE CYCLE OF THE LADYBIRD

Ladybirds are a type of beetles. Most would feed on aphids (that are considered as garden pests) while some would prefer plants and mildews.

The brightly coloured exosekeleton of this insect serves as a warning to would be predators. Add on the reflex blood, a strong smelling toxin, the ladybird has a strong defence system. The problem is, they are often being eaten at the larval stage by parasites.

1). These are the  eggs laid in rows.

2). The lava of the ladybird.
It feeds on aphids.

3). After attaching itself to

a leaf, the ladybird will slowly

emerge from its pupa shell.

4). Continuing the process.

5). Almost out.

6). After emerging, the
ladybird reverses
its position.

7). The wings begin to
descend from the body.

8). Slowly the wings are

harden.

9). After drying the wings

are retractedand the

ladybird is ready to fly.