Green Stink Bug (Nymph)

Natural Habitat

Found on a variety of plants, including gardens, agricultural fields, orchards, and deciduous forests.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivorous; uses piercing-sucking mouthparts to feed on plant juices from stems, leaves, and developing fruit.

Behavior Patterns

Nymphs lack wings and undergo five molts (instars) before reaching adulthood. They often aggregate in early stages and use chemical defense (foul-smelling secretions) to ward off predators.

Risks & Benefits

Considered a significant agricultural pest that can damage crops like tomatoes, soy, and peaches; harmless to humans but may emit a strong odor if disturbed.

Identified on: 6/26/2026