The nine-spotted ladybug was considered so common, charismatic and crop-friendly that it was adopted as New York's official state insect in 1989. As it turns out, the species may have disappeared from ...

There's no doubt that ladybugs are one of the most beloved insects anywhere. Growers love them in the garden because they help eradicate pests like aphids, while children get a kick out of their ...

Spring brings showers, flowers and a ton of insects. This includes ladybugs – one of the rare insect species people aren’t rushing to crush – which is likely due to the belief that they’re a good omen ...

A yellow ladybug usually catches our attention because most people expect the classic red type. Yet yellow is not really that ...

As we fall deeper into autumn, many Wisconsinites have noticed what seems to be rapidly rising numbers of a well-known, black-and-red spotted insect, leading many to wonder, "What's with all the ...

Environmentalists and others keep trying to get rid of invasive plants and vines, and some landscapers encourage using native plants. We talk about starlings as a 19th-century imported nuisance. We ...

You can make some cute ladybug decorations to set around your yard. You don't need to break the bank to make them, either; ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

If you love sitcoms, Hollywood nostalgia, and a good love story, Ladybug! Ladybug! is an absolute delight, and you still have ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There's no doubt that ladybugs are one of the most beloved insects anywhere. Growers love them in the ...