You may know ladybugs for their red and black spots. But did you know the "ladybug" is actually more than one type of insect? There are about 5,000 species in the Coccinellidae, or ladybug, family.

Unlike native ladybugs, Asian lady beetles are aggressive home invaders, often gathering by the hundreds in wall voids, ...

Seeing a ladybug inside your home is hardly cause for concern. These sweet little insects are associated with luck and color, so much so that a group of them is referred to as a "loveliness of ...

“There are hundreds of them,” my friends in Belfast told me last week. “Thousands.” They pointed to several tiny buglike silhouettes meandering across the living room window and in the curtains.

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Two years ago in Virginia, two children made a discovery near their home ...

There's no doubt that ladybugs are one of the most beloved insects anywhere. Growers love them in the garden because they help eradicate pests like aphids, while children get a kick out of their ...

Spring brings showers, flowers and a ton of insects. This includes ladybugs – one of the rare insect species people aren’t rushing to crush – which is likely due to the belief that they’re a good omen ...

A report into the global status of ladybugs ("ladybirds" in the UK) reveals the threats they face and lays out a roadmap for conservation. These vital pest controllers for farmers and gardeners are ...

Normally, if you spot a ladybug, it's your lucky day. They’re often considered a symbol of "good luck" or a positive omen. Cape-Cod-based realtor Ashley (@ashley.matoso), however, warns that spotting ...