Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Forests, agricultural fields, orchards, urban and suburban areas. They often overwinter in homes and other structures.

Polyphagous herbivore; feeds on a wide variety of plants, including fruits (e.g., apples, peaches, berries), vegetables (e.g., corn, tomatoes, peppers), and ornamental plants, by piercing the plant tissue and sucking out the sap.

Known for their aggregation behavior, especially in the fall when they seek sheltered places to overwinter. When disturbed or crushed, they emit a pungent, unpleasant odor as a defense mechanism. They are highly mobile fliers.

Risks: Significant agricultural pest, causing damage to a wide range of crops. They can be a nuisance when they invade homes in large numbers. Benefits: No significant benefits are typically associated with this invasive species; rather, they are primarily considered a pest.