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Ladybug Invasion! - Page 2

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Nov 9, 2001

So how do you get rid of them? Whatever you do, don't squash them on your wall. They will leave an unpleasant-smelling yellow stain. Entomologists advise against using pesticides. Here's where the ladybugs' tendency to pile up on each other actually comes in handy. Scoop them up and throw them outside. Remember, even though they have creepy habits, they are beneficial!

Of course the best thing to do is to prevent them from getting into the house in the first place. And that is the same advice as for any other insect. Batten down the hatches! Fill in cracks and repair screens. If one of your doors faces in a southwesterly direction, don't use it during the period you notice ladybugs swarming around, which is usually from early October through mid-November in New Hampshire. Keep in mind that they will seek openings on the sunny side of the house. One more thing, check out your air conditioner before you put it away for the season. It may be loaded with ladybugs.

Now What?

Now that we've taken care of the ladybug invasion we can sit back and relax -- until next year...

References:
University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension
Accessed 11/01/01
http://ceinfo.unh.edu/Counties/Hillsboro...

Know Your Friends
Accessed 11/01/01
http://www.entomology.wisc.edu/mbcn/kyf2...

Penn State Entomological Notes
Accessed 11/01/01
http://www.ento.psu.edu/extension/factsh...
Also -- great photos!

University of New Hampshire Timely Tips November
Accessed 11/01/01
http://ceinfo.unh.edu/Agriculture/Docume...
Also -- if you want to learn how to keep the ladybugs through the winter, look here!

Websites:
Entomology Notes -- How to identify a ladybug
Excellent large photo
Another excellent large photo of three ladybugs
Ladybug project to do with the kids. Check out the fun facts!

Ladybugs at Suite101
Folklore's Environmental Friend by Virginia Marin

Ladybug graphics courtesy of Tripods Ladybugs Homepage

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31. Dec 16, 2001 12:31 PM
In response to message posted by biogardener:
Hi Traute,

Yes, we have lived to regret fooling with nature. But this time, nature f ...

-- posted by Tina_Coruth

30. Dec 15, 2001 8:49 PM
Same old story. That is what happens when man thinks he is smarter than God, when he tries to solve problems with his own limited knowledge. Examples:

Killer bees were introduced to make be ...

-- posted by biogardener

29. Nov 23, 2001 2:29 PM
In response to message posted by lana98:
Hi Lana,

I hope that if the ladybugs reach your area that they will stay outside where th ...

-- posted by Tina_Coruth

28. Nov 23, 2001 2:25 PM
In response to message posted by Ophelia40:
Hi Lee,

There's no doubt about it -- June bugs hurling themselves at the window defini ...

-- posted by Tina_Coruth

27. Nov 23, 2001 2:19 PM
In response to message posted by cmborris:
Hi Cynthia,

LOL -- You're right -- it works especially well with kids! Thanks for stopp ...

-- posted by Tina_Coruth

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