some common ladybirds
See also the Harlequin Ladybird page.
The 2 spot Ladybird is very variable in colour and pattern, occurring with a red or black background and with variable spots or markings. The 'standard' form has 2 black spots on a red background. The picture shows a standard and a common melanic form. Save your records for 2 spot Ladybird Species account | 2 Spot Ladybird © Paul Mabbott  |
The 7 spot Ladybird is a relatively large species (7mm+), with 7 black spots on a red background and with black legs. Save your records for 7 spot Ladybird Species account | 7 Spot Ladybird © Peter Harvey  |
14-spot Ladybird. Note the irregular oblong or squarish rather than round spots. The black markings may join into larger black areas. Save your records for 14 spot Ladybird Species account | 14 Spot Ladybird © Peter Harvey  |
16-spot Ladybird. This is a small ladybird, often found on the ground and at the base of plants rather than higher up on vegetation. Note the joined outer markings. Save your records for 16 spot Ladybird Species account | 16 Spot Ladybird © Paul Mabbott  |
22-spot Ladybird. A yellow ladybird with round spots. Save your records for 22 spot Ladybird. Species account | 22 Spot Ladybird © Peter Harvey  |
Pine Ladybird. Save your records for Pine Ladybird Species account | Pine Ladybird © Peter Harvey  |