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How old do ladybugs get? That's how long they live

Go to homepage » Animals in the garden » insects » How old do ladybugs get? That's how long they liveMandyShare this posttable of contentsAverage life expectancyfoodPredatorsHigh death ratefrequently asked QuestionsThe ladybird is an important beneficial insect in the garden. If they find a suitable living environment, this has a positive effect on the lifespan, because the beetles can live for several years.In a nutshellladybugs often only survive one winterthey live an average of three year...

  • 06-Dec-2021
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Small black flies but no fungus gnats

Table of Contentsfungus gnats Possible other fly speciesaphidsCommon window flyhouse window flymarch flyfruit fliesmushroom fliesbutterfly mosquitoFightPreventfrequently asked QuestionsSmall black flies in the apartment are usually fungus gnats. But that doesn't necessarily have to be the case, there are also a few other types.In a nutshelloften difficult to identify which insects are involvedmostly they are fungus gnats, rarely other speciesnot all harm plants or even humans and animalsFight...

  • 17-Jan-2022
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21 native blue beetles

table of contentsBlue bugsBluish purple beetlesBlue-green bugsfrequently asked QuestionsMany different beetle species are native to Germany, including many blue-colored ones. Some of these insects are described here with their characteristics.In a nutshellbluish beetles are common everywheresome species are difficult to distinguish from one anothermany blue species have a metallic shimmerthey eat wood, insects or pollenBtepid bugsalpine buck (Rosalia alpina)The alpine longicorn is a very beau...

  • 03-Mar-2022
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Bees: all about the beneficial insects

Have you ever wondered how bees survive the winter? While wild bees have different hibernation strategies, honey bees are...The cleaning flight keeps the hive clean and disease-free. It also gives relief to honey bees. Finally..Most people know honey bees, but what about wild bees? In fact, the inconspicuous wild bees have a high value.The death of bees is on everyone's lips. You can find out how you can help bees even as a layman in our article. bees..How can you support wild bees with nesti...

  • 16-Mar-2022
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Insect-friendly flowers for the balcony and garden

Flowers are not only a delight for the eyes and nose, but also an important food source for insects. You can find out here which insect-friendly flowers are suitable for the garden and balcony.Flowers attract numerous beneficial organisms [Photo: Katho Menden/ Shutterstock.com]What would a garden be without flowers? The colorful plants can be found in almost every garden and on every balcony and enchant us with their beauty and their wonderful fragrance. Insects are also fascinated by the col...

  • 17-Mar-2022
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Insect-friendly garden: design & tips

Insects are simply part of a healthy garden. Here you can find out what you need to consider to make your garden insect-friendly.Insects are part of a healthy garden [Photo: Marek Mierzejewski/ Shutterstock.com]Whether as a pollinator for all kinds of plants, as beneficials against unloved herbivores or as food for birds and hedgehogs - insects fulfill a variety of important tasks in nature and of course in our gardens. Unfortunately, the small animals are having a harder time: In recent year...

  • 17-Mar-2022
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Insect-friendly climbing plants for the garden

Climbing plants not only decorate house walls and walls: they can also be a magnet for insects. We present our 13 best bee-friendly climbing plants.Climbing plants can be a feast for insects [Photo: Picmin/ Shutterstock.com]Plants that attract insects don't have to be limited to just horizontal surfaces. Insect-friendly climbing plants also make it possible to green vertical surfaces and provide bees, bumblebees and the like with a source of food. You can transform your house wall, garage or ...

  • 17-Mar-2022
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List of native pollinating insects

Pollinator insects are essential in our garden. But which insects are pollinators? We clarify.In addition to bees, there are numerous other important pollinating insects in the garden [Photo: Chelsir90/ Shutterstock.com]Many people know that insects play a central role in our gardens. In fact, only a few people know that there are numerous other pollinators in addition to the well-known bees and bumblebees. These are particularly important, because wild plants in particular cannot be pollinat...

  • 17-Mar-2022
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Insect-Friendly Perennials and Shrubs: Native shrubs for insects

Bees, butterflies and co are not only happy about flowers, there are also numerous shrubs and perennials that are suitable for insects. We introduce you to 20 insect-friendly perennials.Numerous plants are suitable for insects and the preservation of biodiversity [Photo: Moritz Graf/ Shutterstock.com]Insects are an important part of our ecosystem and, as pollinators, also play an extremely important role in our garden. In order for the useful animals to feel comfortable with us, however, it i...

  • 17-Mar-2022
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Insect Hotel: Location, Benefits & Residents

Insect protection in your own garden? With an insect hotel you can support numerous beneficial insects in the garden.With an insect hotel you can contribute to species protection [Photo: ad_line/ Shutterstock.com]The protection of native insects in our garden is becoming an increasingly important issue. Many insect species only find insufficient food sources and hiding places here. To support the beneficial insects, more and more people are setting up insect hotels in the garden. But does an ...

  • 17-Mar-2022
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