Lady Beetles of Iowa

This guide will cover the species of lady beetles that can be found in Iowa. As I find more lady beetle species I'll add them to the guide

Convergent Lady Beetle

Hippodamia convergens, commonly known as the convergent lady beetle, is one of the most common lady beetles in North America and is found throughout the continent. Aphids form their main diet and they are used for the biological control of these pests.

Edited by Iowa Naturalist