Convergent Lady Beetle vs Lesser Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Convergent Lady Beetle | Lesser Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippodamia convergens | Labia minor |
| Order | Coleoptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Spongiphoridae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Convergent Lady Beetle
A North American ladybird with orange-red elytra and up to 13 black spots. It is the most commonly sold ladybird for biological pest control.
Did You Know?
Millions gather in mountain canyons to hibernate, and these aggregations have been commercially harvested and sold to farmers.
Lesser Earwig
The smallest European earwig and one of the few that readily flies. It is often found in compost heaps and manure piles where it feeds on fly larvae.
Did You Know?
Despite its tiny size, this earwig is one of the best fliers in the order and is regularly attracted to artificial lights.