Scymnus frontalis
Scymnus frontalis
Alternative names
Angle-spot Ladybird
Description
A very small member of the ladybird family, the dark elytra marked with a pair of large orange-red spots which do not reach the edges of the elytra (c.f. Scymnus interruptus).
Similar Species
Scymnus interruptus
Recording advice
Unless identified by a recognised expert, good photos are required that show the key ID features. Also state the size in the comments box.
Habitat
Sparsely vegetated and sandy areas, post industrial sites, derelict areas etc.
When to see it
Mainly from April to August.
UK Status
Widespread in the southern half of Britain.
VC55 Status
Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland, though possibly under recorded due to its small size.
Leicestershire & Rutland Map
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MAP KEY:
Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020


