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Hippodamia convergens
Ladybug resting on a Golden Bush blossom (Ericameria linearifolia) with aphids nearby.
Open field along trail in Mount Diablo State Park, CA.
Hippodamia convergens, commonly known as the convergent lady beetle, is one of the most common lady beetles in North America and is found throughout the continent. Aphids form their main diet and they are used for the biological control of these pests. Wikipedia
Spotted on Feb 19, 2012
Submitted on Feb 29, 2012
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