Hyperaspis ornatella

Hyperaspis ornatella is a species of lady beetle in the family Coccinellidae. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Florida.

Description

Adults reach a length of about 2.60 mm and 2.40 mm. Males have a yellow head and the pronotum is yellow with a large rectangular black area medially. The elytron is black with a yellow spot. Females are similar to males, but have a black head and there is median black area on the pronotum.

Etymology

The species name is derived from Latin ornamentum and refers to the distinctive colour pattern.