The same ladybird? Possibly...

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This is probably the same ladybird that I found the other night - I can't be sure, but it's a distinct possibility. I'm wondering today though, if it is a female, or not...

There are a few subtle differences to distinguish between a male and female ladybird (not counting the obvious) - which include the anterior coxal spots, longer antennae (in some species) prominent bands between body segments, and more. I read somewhere that another is the eyes of the males have white markings between them whereas females don't.

I'm not an entomologist so I could be wrong... If the last statement is correct, then we are seeing a male here...

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Paul.
 
I've no idea how to sex a ladybird either.
All I'll say its a damned good job they can :D


Great set, last one for me, the closer the better (y)
 
I've no idea how to sex a ladybird either.
All I'll say its a damned good job they can :D


Great set, last one for me, the closer the better (y)

Cheers fella, as far as I know, they've never got it wrong.... ;)

Paul.
 
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