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Metamorp.... Metamamor... Metamorphas... Changing


For those that don’t speak French, here’s the translation: (Courtesy)

1. There are only some minor movements from the ladybug larva during the 5 days of observation.
2. After 5 days of monitoring, the newly formed ladybug breaks out of its larval encasing.
3. 8 minutes later, the ladybug is entirely yellow, without spots. The elytra is still soft.
4. After 15 minutes, the lower spots start to appear and the wings are gradually exposed.
5. 1 hour later, the lower spots are well defined and the large spots begin to appear. After they are complete and well marked the wings retract under the elytra.
6. The ladybug is now orange with well marked spots and tries a small flight.
7. After a few days the ladybug’s red color is final and it has its freedom back.
8. A new generation will soon be raised in order to perpetuate the ladybug species.

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