Is this a 'Harlequin'?

Marlorena

...ladybird...  I tend to live and let live in my garden... do you see many of this type where you are?...  I'm not sure I've seen one before... thanks..

Hostafan1

I'm very probably wrong, but I though the harlequins have non symmetrical spots, and the proper ones are symmetrical

Papi Jo

It's hard to see from this angle but I do think it's a harlequin. Compare with this one: https://forum.gardenersworld.com/discussion/1002945/insects-of-the-day/p18

Marlorena

..thanks both... I couldn't find it on that link...  I checked a website and I'm still not sure... I've noticed a few around today...

Papi Jo

@Marlorena, What do you mean you couldn't find it on the link I gave? Here it is:

Marlorena

..over 20 pages, but thanks for finding it for me..

I think it's a Harlequin now. The ones I have are like these, including the orange ones... I've seen quite a few of those today..   

https://www.buglife.org.uk/bugs-and-habitats/harlequin-ladybird

Jellyfire

Most probably a harlequin, but we do have a native that looks almost identical, usually smaller though.

Either way I think the general consensus is there’s no point doing anything with the harlequins other than leave them to it now 

Marlorena

@Jellyfire  ..thank you...