Bug Identifier
Brown marmorated stink bug
Community identification

Brown marmorated stink bug

Halyomorpha halys

Order & Family
Hemiptera, Pentatomidae
Size
About 12–17 mm long.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Widespread in Italy, including gardens, agricultural areas, and buildings; adults often enter homes to shelter as autumn approaches.

Diet & Feeding

Adults and nymphs pierce plants and feed on juices from fruits, seeds, and leaves.

Behavior Patterns

Shield-shaped, mottled brown, with pale bands on the antennae and abdomen. Adults are active in late summer and autumn and may gather indoors; the blurry photo is consistent with this species but does not show diagnostic details clearly.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people and not a household pest in the sense of damaging structures, but it can emit an unpleasant odor if crushed and is a significant crop pest.