My ladybirds are not moving - are they dead?Updated 3 months ago

If they have just arrived…

When your ladybirds first arrive, they may seem quiet or inactive. 

• Don't worry, they're not dead! 
• Your ladybird larvae have been on a big journey to get to you, and they need some time to acclimate. 
• Please give them 24 to 48 hours to adjust to their surroundings. 

If you have had the larvae for over a week…

The larvae go through different stages during development, each involving the shedding of their shell.

After three shedding’s they will enter the pupal stage and become immobile for around 7-10 days, before emerging as adult ladybirds.  During this time they may appear dead, you just need to be a little patient with them!