It’s easy to confuse ladybugs with Asian lady beetles. Both have bright, colorful shells with black spots. Both help to brighten up your garden. And regardless of which one you encounter, you should ...

With over 1.5 million species of beetles crawling around the globe, it’s no surprise that about 2,500 of them call Arizona home — lucky us. But don’t panic, most are harmless, just out here living ...

Someone once told me that a ladybug landing on you brings good luck. So recently, after a trip to Cordova Park in Otley, Iowa, I was ecstatic when I returned home and noticed what appeared to be a ...

The ladybug that slipped into your home to stay warm for winter is no lady and no bug. Instead, it is likely the multicolored Asian lady beetle. The small, roundish insect with black spots is often ...

Pest expert warns of a ‘death spiral’ ladybug invasion that can cause havoc for homeowners. Here’s what you need to know.

Typically, Asian lady beetles infest homes when the weather begins to cool down in the fall -- much like stinkbugs. And when they do, they usually come in swarms -- huddling in corners and inside ...

As summer turns into fall, you may start noticing ladybugs inside your home, only they're not ladybugs. Ladybugs have a similar looking relative that causes ladybugs to get the blame for infestations ...

A spooky, imported ladybug, often mistaken for a native bug and known as the Halloween beetle is preparing to migrate from gardens and into homes as Maryland heads for colder weather. And while they ...

Spotting “ladybugs” indoors may mean Asian lady beetles have moved in to hibernate and can quickly become a smelly nuisance. These beetles look similar to true ladybugs—often larger, with varied ...

When you’re in the presence of certain insects — you might be in luck. Many bug species have been interpreted to bring good luck through different cultures, often based on historic events. And while ...

Dr. Gene Kritsky, dean of behavioral and natural sciences at Mount St. Joseph University in Cinncinati, Ohio, is an expert on the cultural perception of insects. He explained in an interview with Fox ...