Coccinellidae (/ ˌkɒksɪˈnɛlɪdiː /) [3] is a widespread family of small beetles. They are commonly known as ladybugs in North America and ladybirds in the United Kingdom; "lady" refers to …

Oct 3, 2025 · ladybug, (family Coccinellidae), family of approximately 5,000 widely distributed species of beetles. The name originated in the Middle Ages, when the beetle was dedicated to …

Oct 7, 2025 · A list of the lady beetles (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) of North Dakota with new records from North Dakota and Minnesota Fauske G.M., Tinerella P.P., Rider D.A. 2003.

Coccinellidae is a family of small, rounded (hemispheric), usually bright colored, short-legged beetles, known variously as ladybugs (North American English), ladybirds (British English, …

May 17, 2024 · Regardless of what you call them, these beetles belong to the family Coccinellidae. All ladybugs progress through a four-stage life cycle known as complete …

Coccinellidae (Coleoptera) comprises magnificent insects that are commonly known as ladybirds or lady beetles. Mostly, they are predaceous on numerous phytophagous insects and acarine …

Coccinellidae is a widespread family of small beetles. They are commonly known as ladybugs in North America and ladybirds in the United Kingdom; "lady" refers to mother Mary. …

Coccinellidae, commonly known as ladybugs or ladybirds, are a widespread family of small, often colorful beetles. They are beneficial predators in many ecosystems due to their appetite for …

Common Name: Lady Beetles Description: Ladybird beetle adults are oval and brightly colored. They appear to have three tarsal segments, but actually have four. A small bead-like third …

Jan 20, 2004 · Coccinellidae, Coleoptera, Insecta, Arthropoda, Animalia Lady beetles are a large family of insects. Approximately 5,000 species are noted worldwide, roughly 400 of these …