Ladybug Life Cycle and Behavior

What are the general characteristics of a ladybug?

• Small and round with spotted wings

• Large and elongated with striped wings

• Small and flat with plain wings

• Large and square with checkered wings

After mating, what is the first stage of the ladybug's life cycle?

• Larva

• Pupa

• Egg

• Adult

What is the primary food source for predator ladybugs?

• Plant leaves

• Aphids (kutu daun)

• Nectar

• Other insects

What do plant pest ladybugs primarily eat?

• Aphids

• Other insects

• Plant leaves

• Nectar

Approximately how long does it take for ladybug eggs to hatch into larvae?

• A few hours

• Around 1 week

• 2-3 weeks

• More than a month

What do ladybug larvae eat?

• Nectar from flowers

• The same food as their adult parents

• Only plant roots

• Small seeds

What happens to ladybug larvae as they grow larger?

• They fly away

• They become dormant and transform into pupae

• They lay eggs

• They shed their skin and become adults

How long does the pupa stage typically last for a ladybug?

• A few days

• Around 1 week

• Approximately 2 weeks

• Several months

What are the characteristics of a newly emerged adult ladybug from its pupa?

• Hardened wings and bright colors

• Fragile and pale yellow wings

• Ready to fly immediately

• Aggressive and territorial

What type of metamorphosis do ladybugs undergo?

• Incomplete metamorphosis

• Simple metamorphosis

• Complete metamorphosis

• Partial metamorphosis