RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Invasion history of Harmonia axyridis (Pallas, 1773) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) in Ecuador JF bioRxiv FD Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory SP 2020.06.08.140392 DO 10.1101/2020.06.08.140392 A1 Diego F. Cisneros-Heredia A1 Emilia PeƱaherrera-Romero YR 2020 UL http://biorxiv.org/content/early/2020/06/09/2020.06.08.140392.abstract AB Harmonia axyridis is a ladybird extensively used around the world for biological control of agricultural pest. However, it has become invasive in several countries, producing negative ecological and socio-economic impacts. Herein, we review the invasion history of the Harlequin Ladybird Harmonia axyridis (Pallas, 1773) in Ecuador. Although first reported in Ecuador in 2012, museum specimens date back to 2004 and it is currently established across the country, especially along the Andean region. Due to its invasive nature, further studies are urgently needed to evaluate possible impacts of H. axyridis on the Ecuadorian biodiversity and agroindustry.Competing Interest StatementThe authors have declared no competing interest.