10/30/2026
The Maker Lab has a giant ladybug on display in The Shed.
The real one is smaller and an important part of a healthy plant ecosystem.
The larva of the seven-spotted lady beetle is grey-black with orange markings and shaped like a tiny alligator. Most people walk right past it. The ones who stop usually do a double take.
This pretty little bug also does a lot of the work. Aphids, mites, and typical garden pests are a tasty meal for lady beetle larve.
Swipe through to meet your helpful bug neighbor.