Ladybugs might look alike at first glance, but not all of them are beneficial garden guests. If you're looking at a potential invader and unsure if it's an Asian lady beetle vs. ladybug , your confusion is entirely valid.

These two insects may share spots and bright colors, but their habits, impacts, and behaviors are very different bugs.

Native ladybugs munch on aphids and other pests, making them soft-bodied insects that gardeners love. Asian lady beetles, on the other hand, tend to gather in huge numbers and seek shelter inside homes as temperatures drop. This behavior has earned them a spot on the invasive species list.

Asian Lady Beetles, Ladybugs: What's the Difference?

Asian lady beetles and native ladybugs share many features: small size, dome-shaped bodies, and black spots.

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