As of today, out of season, returns ~November. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each winter, aggregations of lady beetles concentrate in coastal scrub and headlands at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The clusters, formed by native and non-native species, help individuals conserve heat and moisture.
These aggregations are predictable at a handful of sheltered sites from late fall through early spring.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Abbotts Lagoon Parking and Boardwalk |
| Tomales Point Trailhead (Pierce Point Road) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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