[s1e1] Seven-spotted Ladybug -

: These hatch after about a week and look like tiny, spiked alligators.

: Females lay between 200 and 1,000 yellow eggs near aphid colonies to ensure their young have immediate food. [S1E1] Seven-Spotted Ladybug

As the name suggests, this species is easily recognized by its —three on each red wing cover (elytrum) and one central spot spanning the junction where the wings meet. They also feature a distinct black-and-white-patterned thorax. The Gardener’s Best Friend : These hatch after about a week and

: A single ladybug can eat hundreds of aphids, which are tiny pests that destroy crops and garden plants. [S1E1] Seven-Spotted Ladybug