Seeing Spots? Calgary’s Ladybug Invasion Explained!

Here's one from the depths of the Calgary Subreddit that's driving the conversation: our friendly, spotted ladies—aka ladybugs—seem to be taking over Calgary. If you’ve been tiptoeing around these polka-dotted pals, you’re not alone. They’re popping up everywhere lately! While this might feel unusual, a surge of ladybugs around this time is actually a seasonal occurrence linked to their preparations for winter hibernation. Known for keeping aphids in check, ladybugs are a gardener's best friend and a natural form of pest control, saving many gardens from disaster. Calgary often experiences these cute critter swarms in early fall. Did you know? Ladybugs can eat up to 5,000 aphids in their lifetime—talk about an appetite! So, if you see more ladybugs, maybe give your garden a high-five for its new superhero team. We’re all abuzz here, and we hope you are too!

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