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What can I do about harlequin ladybirds?
- BBC Gardeners' World Magazine
Published: Monday, 12 August 2019 at 8:34 am
Spotted a congregation of harlequin ladybirds? Find out what you can do about them in this video.
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Harlequin ladybirds, Harmonia axyridis, were originally introduced to Europe to control pests like aphids and scale insects. However, they have now become established in the UK, and are often found in large congregations around windows, in winter. Watch this short video for expert advice from entomologist Richard 'Bugman' Jones on what you can do about them.
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