Those are two different instars of Harmonia axyridis, the Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle. They usually molt through 4 instars, shedding their exoskeleton each time. Here's one in the process of pupating:
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| It secretes an adhesive to attach itself to the leaf. |
And here are some pupae:
The larva remains in the pupa for about a week. After emerging, its wings will harden and its spots will appear, and soon it will look like the familiar ladybug we all know and love:
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