These ladybird beetles are about ¼ inch long,
and orange with black spots. The spots may be faded in some, but
they are similar in appearance to other ladybird beetles.
BIOLOGY:
(Harmonia axyridis) Adults and immature
stages are beneficial because they feed on aphids. The eggs are
laid in the spring and the larvae and adults attack aphids. There
are 2-3 generation per year. Adults gather in large numbers to
over-winter. The adults may live 2-3 years and return to the same
wintering site.