seven-spot
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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It is easy to tell the difference between the two species, as the seven-spot ladybird is red and has seven spots, while the harlequin can vary in colour and have a greater number of spots.
From BBC
The underbelly of an already inconsistent relief corps was torn to shreds, yielding a seven-spot in a train wreck of a fifth inning.
From Los Angeles Times
Virginia had the week’s biggest jump within the poll, followed by No. 4 Texas’ seven-spot climb after manhandling Gonzaga.
From Seattle Times
It was a poor year for garden aphids, as well as the seven-spot ladybirds and birds - including tits - which feed on them.
From BBC
Scientists have asked people to report sightings of seven-spot ladybirds with a free mobile phone app.
From Children's BBC
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