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Brits have reported seeing 'swarms' of ladybugs in recent days with the distinctive red and black creatures making their way into UK homes.

Many people have taken to social media to express their shock at the number of bugs spotted in their local areas.

One person wrote on X: "I don’t know what’s going on but there’s loads of ladybirds outside casually swarming around my house!"

A second added: "Ladybirds, everywhere! Is this the equivalent of flying ant day?"

However, an expert has said that there is a reasonable explanation for the large amount of ladybirds seen in recent days.

The sudden surge in sightings can be explained by ladybirds' annual autumn migration as they seek shelter ahead of the colder months.

Professor Helen Roy at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology

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