Coccinellid

/ˌkɒksɪˈnɛlɪd/ noun

Definition

Any beetle belonging to the ladybug family, known for their round, spotted appearance and appetite for pest insects.

Etymology

From 'Coccinella' (the main genus) plus '-id' (member of a family), meaning 'a member of the ladybug family'.

Kelly Says

Coccinellids are so effective at pest control that gardeners sometimes order them online to release in their gardens, and a single ladybug can eat up to 5,000 aphids in its lifetime.

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