For many of us, insects and other creepy-crawlies are things to avoid as much as we can. Even people who don’t mind insects generally prefer not to find them in their house. If you come across a small bug indoors, even one that’s harmless, there can be a temptation to squish it as a way of quickly banishing it from your home. And sometimes, that might be the simplest, most effective option available. But when it comes to ladybugs, it’s something you really should avoid.
Why are ladybugs the exception? It all has to do with their unique reaction to a human reaching out to squish them.
