Monday, 31 October 2011

Halloween Invaders.

I believe this is a Harlequin Ladybird, which is an invasive species in the UK. They are called Halloween Ladybugs in some parts (I guess because they are most numerous around now).
As it is Halloween, I thought I would post them today. John






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17 comments:

  1. Mary Howell Cromer31 October 2011 at 09:11

    Pretty awesome looking little creatures!

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  2. Randy Emmitt31 October 2011 at 10:50

    Cute little bugs, bet they can be annoying when 1000s of them invade.

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  3. Roy31 October 2011 at 11:21

    Yes these are definitely Harlequin, they do come in a variety of colourings as well. See attached link

    http://www.harlequin-survey.org/recognition_and_distinction.htm

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  4. Bob Bushell31 October 2011 at 11:39

    They are a bit naughty, but, you photograph very superbly.

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  5. de schoonheid van de natuur31 October 2011 at 17:46

    Geweldige macro's.
    groetjes Herman,

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  6. Monts31 October 2011 at 19:00

    Great shots mate like the first one best.
    CU Soon.

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  7. Millhouse Photography31 October 2011 at 19:34

    Wow! Is that first image of a ladybird?! Incredible image.

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  8. Richard Pegler31 October 2011 at 19:47

    I believe that these are considered to be a threat to our native species, so (for once) I can honestly say that I'm pleased that I've not seen one yet. Great images, John!

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  9. Julie G.31 October 2011 at 20:40

    Terrific shots! The opened wing image is especially splendid!

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  10. Montanagirl31 October 2011 at 21:35

    Wow - LOVE these. I have never seen a Harlequin - it's beautiful.

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  11. Giga1 November 2011 at 00:48

    Proszę, proszę biedronka z otwartymi skrzydełkami nawet jest - cudne. Pozdrawiam

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  12. Chris7 November 2011 at 20:31

    I did not even know that and I had never seen this ladybug, so thanks for sharing these nice pictures....

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  13. Chris21 November 2011 at 13:16

    I knew about the harlequin duck but not ladybird ;-) Beautiful pics!

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  14. beauty22 November 2011 at 05:18

    The blog contains informational and educational material. The post enhance my thoughts and experience. So nice!
    I've got to scramble to keep up with your prodigious output!

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  15. JRandSue25 November 2011 at 15:09

    Thank you all,for your great comments.
    John.

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  16. Fernando Santos (Chana)30 November 2011 at 22:54

    Belas fotografias...Espectacular....
    Cumprimentos

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