Do Ladybugs Eat Squash Bugs? (The Answer May Surprise You!)
Do Ladybugs Eat Squash Bugs? The squash bug (Anasa tristis) is a destructive pest of squash and other cucurbit crops. These bugs feed on the leaves, stems, and fruit of squash plants, causing them to wilt and die. Ladybugs (Coccinellidae) are a common predator of squash bugs. These beneficial insects feed on a variety of…