Halyzia
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Halyzia sedecimguttata | |
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Genus: | Halyzia Mulsant, 1846
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Halyzia is a genus in the ladybird family, Coccinellidae.
Identification[]
The Halyzia sedecimguttata is identified by its orange color and 14-16 spots on its back.
Distribution[]
Halyzia is concentrated in European deciduous forests. They can be found in the edges of woodlands or bushes.
Life cycle[]
Halyzia, like many insects has an egg stage, a larval stage, a pupa stage and an adult stage. Once the female lays her eggs, they will hatch in 4-10 days. Halyzia will molt many times before it becomes a full grown adult.
Behaviour[]
Like moths, Halyzia is attracted to light. These Insects will be frequently found in moth traps.
Species[]
Species within this genus include:[1]
- Gorham, 1895
- Canepari, 2003
- Mulsant, 1853
- Halyzia sedecimguttata (Linnaeus, 1758)
- (Hope in Gray, 1831)
- Semenow, 1895
References[]
- https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/invertebrates/beetles/orange-ladybird
- https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/52881-Halyzia-sedecimguttata
- https://www.theguardian.com/environment/gallery/2013/jul/22/ladybird-species-harlequin-uk-insects
- https://www.ladybuglady.com/LadybugsFAQ.htm
Categories:
- Coccinellidae
- Coccinellidae genera
- Coccinellidae stubs