Insects and Spiders

Color Change

This ladybug has been out for awhile and left its pupa behind. Its color is darkening and you can see the spots more clearly. The shiny new appearance shows it is newly emerged, probably no more than an hour prior.
Seven-spotted Lady Beetle (Coccinella septempunctata)

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