Kidney-spot Ladybird

Chilocorus renipustulatus

Rounded ladybird that measures about 5mm in size. Its black body features a rim around the base that resembles a bowler hat. Each wing case has a prominent red spot, and the legs are black. This species is typically found in well-wooded areas from April to October, where it feeds on scale insects located on tree bark.

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