Orange Ladybird
Halyzia sedecimguttata
This record describes Halyzia sedecimguttata (species). Recorded family: Coccinellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Easy to identify, with its orange/yellow head, body and legs. This species is relatively easy to identify and is unlikely to be confused with anything else. However photos are always helpful to confirm your record. It is often found in woodland, particularly around Sycamore and Ash trees. It feeds on mildew and overwinters in leaf litter or in sheltered positions on trees. This species was once closely associated with ancient woodland but is now increasing in the UK as it has adapted to feed on Sycamore and Ash.
Wikipedia reference for Halyzia sedecimguttata: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halyzia_sedecimguttata.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Coccinellidae
- Genus
- Halyzia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It is often found in woodland, particularly around Sycamore and Ash trees.
Seasonal Activity
April to October.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
It feeds on mildew and overwinters in leaf litter or in sheltered positions on trees.
Additional species information
Recorded status
This species was once closely associated with ancient woodland but is now increasing in the UK as it has adapted to feed on Sycamore and Ash.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Halyzia sedecimguttata. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Orange Ladybird (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Orange Ladybird
What is Orange Ladybird?
Orange Ladybird (Halyzia sedecimguttata) is a species in the family Coccinellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Orange Ladybird found?
Habitat: It is often found in woodland, particularly around Sycamore and Ash trees.
When is Orange Ladybird active?
Orange Ladybird: seasonal activity - April to October..
What is the life cycle of a Orange Ladybird?
It feeds on mildew and overwinters in leaf litter or in sheltered positions on trees.