Features
Adults reach a length of 8 to 12 mm and have a two-tone pattern with black spots on a red background. Depending on the stage of life, a yellowish or orange base color also appears.
Species |
Insect |
Living space |
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Size |
8 to 12 mm |
Description
Distributed throughout much of Europe and the eastern Mediterranean and across the southern part of Asia to the Indian subcontinent. It feeds on a variety of plant species and is known primarily as an occasional pest on crucifers such as cabbage, cauliflower and kale.