| Why is my home full of ladybugs?!
03.17.10 10:05 AM
By Della Deal, Ashe County Cooperative Extension Agent.
The bright red lady bug and her distinct black spots are normally considered a helpful friend in our society. However, when thousands of lady bugs are swarming in your home the classic helpful image can become a frustrating nightmare. There are many myths surrounding the lady beetle that I hope to address in this article. First of all, not all lady beetles are created equal.
Cornell University reports that there are approximately 450 different species of ladybugs in North America. A dozen or so native ladybeetles... click here for more
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