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Lady beetle (Cheilomenes sexmaculata) | Predatory beetle | Organic farming


Cheilomenes sexmaculata is a widely distributed species of ladybird beetle, commonly referred to as the "six-spotted zigzag ladybird," though this name may be misleading due to the species' diverse color forms.

This species is found across the Asian tropics and subtropics, from India to Japan, and parts of Australia.

C. sexmaculata is highly valued as a voracious predator against agricultural pests, feeding on various aphids, whiteflies, mealy bugs, scale insects, and other small arthropods.

Both larvae and adults are predatory, making them effective biocontrol agents in a range of environments. Due to their role in natural pest control, these ladybirds are considered significant biological control agents, especially for managing aphid populations in crops.

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