On a recent warm fall day, I visited a popular overlook near my house. Anytime I stepped into a sunny area, I was immediately swarmed by what appeared to be ladybugs. They were actually alighting on me and felt as though they were biting. Turns out it’s more of a pinch. I soon figured out that these were not the traditional ladybugs, but rather Asian lady beetles, which tend to be more orange in color and larger than native ladybugs. This swarming behavior is common in the fall.
If Asian lady beetles are being a nuisance around your house, and you’d like tips on what to do, Local 3 News offers an article and video on the topic.
Bob Butters
Note: By the time you see this, it may be a bit late for this year, but the knowledge could come in handy next year.