Tortoise Beetles vs Lady Beetles
GENERAL DISCLAIMER: I’m by no means an insect expert. I’m just a normal guy who likes to take pictures of the fun critters who pass through the pollinator garden. So please excuse any mistakes or inaccuracies in the information provided on this site. I’m still learning as well. =]
I often see both Lady Beetles and Tortoise Beetles in my pollinator garden. When I first saw a Tortoise Beetle I initially thought it was a special species of Lady Bug. I have since learned that Tortoise Beetles are plant eaters and different from Lady Beetles.
Below are a few common Tortoise Beetles / Lady Beetles I see around the garden along with a few shortcuts I use to easily tell them apart.
Check out the photo galleries below to see lots more pictures of Tortoise beetles and Lady beetles.
