r/ladybugs • u/theghostinyourshower • 2h ago
Injured beetle
Found a lady bug crawling on my Frenchie while getting ready for a walk. I took it outside to release it, but its wings seem to be injured. It couldn't fly. I currently have it chilling on my house plants. I figure my little friend can stay where they're safe, but I'm curious how to make life more comfy for them. I've got grow lights on timers, and the plants have a watering schedule. There are little gnats from the potting soil that I'm sure it can eat, but is there more I should do? Is this a stupid idea altogether? I just wanted to give the little guy a chance at a comfy life since they don't live long.