When your pink spotted ladybugs first emerge from the pupal stage it's normal for them to be a light, almost white color. This is because their new exoskeletons are soft and they need some time to harden into their classic pink and black spotted shel
Insect Lore carries the Pink Spotted Ladybug. The Pink Spotted Ladybug is native to all of North America and is a beneficial insect. These beetles consume harmful garden pests and help ensure that your plants thrive.
Here’s how to have the BEST Ladybug-Raising Experience:
When your ladybugs first arrive, they may seem quiet or inactive.
Once all of your ladybugs have emerged and have been released, it's time to wash your Ladybug Land!. Once that's done, your Ladybug Land can be stored until you're ready for more Ladybug Friends!
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Your ladybugs have arrived in their special transport tube with all of the food they need to transform into Pink Spotted Ladybugs. But first they need to be transferred to their new home. To place them into the Ladybug Land, complete the following st
Yes! You must provide water throughout the ladybug life cycle. Remove the magnification cap from the Ladybug Land. Using the pipette, place a couple of drops of water onto the sponge in the crater every other day. Keep the sponge moist at all times,
It's very important to provide moisture for your ladybug larvae throughout their life cycle. Ladybugs love high humidity-- but make sure you do not add too much water. Here's what to do:.
What's a great snack for a ladybug? Raisins! Here's how you can give your ladybugs this treat. Soak 1 or 2 raisins in water. Blot them dry on a paper towel. Cut the raisins in half and drop them into your ladybug habitat. Replace the raisins as neede
Observe your ladybugs for approximately three weeks. The first week is the larval stage. The second week is the pupal stage. At the end of the second week, your adult ladybugs will emerge from the pupae. Insect Lore recommends that you release your a
Ladybugs in the wild can live over a year, but they will only live two to three weeks in the habitat. We know it's sad to say goodbye, but after you have watched, studied, and shared the wonder of your ladybugs it's time to set them free. Here's what
Insect Lore ships 10 to 15 ladybug larvae in each container. Ladybug larvae are cannibalistic by nature and may eat their own kind. We have placed paper strips in the container to reduce the chances of confrontation. Insect Lore guarantees at least f