Eyed Ladybird - Anatis ocellata
Description
At about 8 or 9 mm the Eyed Ladybird is our largest ladybird and its red elytra usually have 15 or 18 spots, but this may vary. Apart from its relatively large size, it is distinct from other ladybirds in usually (but not always) having pale borders around the black spots.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Usually found on pine trees.
When to see it
Spring to autumn.
Life History
It eats adelgids (Pine aphids).
UK Status
Widespread but local in Britain, perhaps restricted by its dependence on Pine.
VC55 Status
Infrequent and local in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were a total of 58 VC55 records for this species up to March 2015.
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