Ladybug Life Cycle

1. Ladybirds are beetles
2. They are known for their roundish bodies and bright colours.
3. There are a few left in Malta but several thousand of ladybugs.
4. Most are round or oval in shape and usually 8 to 10mm (0.3 to 50.4 inches) long.
5. Ladybird beetles lay eggs in batches on leaves. When the grubs, or larvae hatch they are very active.
6. When attacked, ladybugs release small drops of unpleasant taste.

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The life cycle: