24-spot Ladybird

Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata

Description

Over all length 3 - 4mm. This is a small red ladybird with black spots which are variable in number. It is also covered in short, fine hairs, which make it look dull compared to other species.

Habitat

Grassland and woodland edge. They feed on the leaves of Red Campion and sometimes False Oat Grass.

Status and distribution

It is widespread, but commonest in the south of Britain. Fairly common in Nottinghamshire and at Netherfield Lagoons.

Best time to see

Spring and Autumn.

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - October 8th 2017

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - April 5th 2015

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - April 5th 2015

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - October 8th 2017

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - May 6th 2018

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - May 25th 2012

  • 24-spot Ladybird - Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata - July 11th 2020