They remind me of tiny little armored personnel carriers or some sort of armored starship. The hard exoskeleton of the ladybug is designed to protect its wings and body and is made of chitin; it also helps protect against predators and also displays their bright colors and patterns, which are also meant to serve as a warning about their bad taste or toxicity. Seems like they thought of everything.
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