I do not like bugs in general with that said, I like to learn as much as possible about them- New blog on the Hx. of the Ladybug: http://historyoftheladybug.blogspot.com/
Recent research shows that yes Ladybugs do migrate at the end of the summer/early fall, but if the Do-it-your self farmer/gardener can improve the stay of their friendly Ladybug herd by providing them a nesting box, home or house. They eat other insects besides aphids like plant lice, whitefly and scale insects. Two years of research show that most ladybugs leave to look for a home they make home from a squirrel hollowed out hole in a tree where they become pray from birds. I have had good luck with a house designed for the Convergent lady beetle, Scientific name: Hippodamia convergens, which is native to California. The Best Lady Bug House takes in consideration of their basic needs: Location, Food, Shelter, Protection , and a nourishing Environment. http://www.thebestladybughouse.com
Fickle weather sends pests out of control
I do not like bugs in general with that said, I like to learn as much as possible about them- New blog on the Hx. of the Ladybug: http://historyoftheladybug.blogspot.com/
November 5, 2009 at 1:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Departments benefit from bug ‘employees’
Recent research shows that yes Ladybugs do migrate at the end of the summer/early fall, but if the Do-it-your self farmer/gardener can improve the stay of their friendly Ladybug herd by providing them a nesting box, home or house. They eat other insects besides aphids like plant lice, whitefly and scale insects. Two years of research show that most ladybugs leave to look for a home they make home from a squirrel hollowed out hole in a tree where they become pray from birds. I have had good luck with a house designed for the Convergent lady beetle, Scientific name: Hippodamia convergens, which is native to California. The Best Lady Bug House takes in consideration of their basic needs: Location, Food, Shelter, Protection , and a nourishing Environment. http://www.thebestladybughouse.com
August 18, 2008 at 9:25 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )