Re: lady bugs

LinTingle wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 98-01-15 15:23:14 EST, you write:
> 
> << I live in Al. now and noticed that there are ladybugs in my windows on
>  the inside. I guess they are attracted to the outdoor light and come in
>  when we leave the dogs out, I don't know.
>   Now they are supposed to be beneficial, right. Is there anyway I can
>  keep them until it warms up outdoors. You know of anyway to breed them?
>  I also like insects!
>   WIndy >>
> 
> Windy, you certainly have posed an interesting question.  Perhaps I'm not the
> only other person who would like to know the answer.  How about looking for a
> book in the library or internet?  Anyway, please let us know if you solve this
> one!
> 
> Linda in Baltimore
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------
Ladybugs tend to mass for hibernation.  When they awaken in the spring,
they have a dispersal instinct so that they spread out.  When you
purchase those little packets of ladybugs from nurseries, they are
collected in the Seirra mountains where they mass in groups of
millions.  When you take them home a sprinkle them about your garden,
their instinct is to fly away (disperse).  So, message one is to save
your money.  Two, is if they are on the inside of your window, let them
out.  The egg cases are brilliant orange and are easily seen on the
white bark of a birch.  If you see one, you'll know immediately what
they are, and be able to spot them easily in the future.  An immature
(larvae form) lady bug will drive you straight for the Raid.  They are
very unattractive and LOOK like they'd eat your arm if you let it.  It
pays to know what this form looks like so you don't go out of your way
to kill it, which you will if you see it.  Ferocious looking critter.  

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Port Angeles, WA  98362
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