Pre-Fed Ladybugs - Armstrong

LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEE A must have general predator! TARGET PESTSAphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Thrips, & many other soft-bodied insects.   DESCRIPTIONScientific Name: Hippodamia convergensAlso known as the convergent lady beetle, LADYBUGS are among the most recognized garden allies. They exhibit the typical round dome shape of the Coccinellidae family, measure about 5-8mm, and have red to orange colored wing covers adorned with black spots. They are distinguishable from other lady beetles by the prominent black and white lines that converge behind the head. Both adults and larvae will actively seek and feed on a wide range of small insects, and occasionally nectar and honeydew. Adults can thrive for weeks or months in a variety of temperatures and humidity levels, as long as they have adequate food and water. In some cases, they may even overwinter in cracks and crevices. The full life cycle, from egg to adult, takes approximately 2-3 weeks. Females seek out aphid colonies and lay s