Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Natural Habitat

Often found on fruit trees (apples, peaches), ornamental plants, and agricultural crops. In cooler months, they seek shelter indoors in homes, sheds, and attics.

Diet & Feeding

Polyphagous herbivores; they feed on over 100 species of plants, sucking juices from fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals, often causing necrotic spots.

Behavior Patterns

Known for releasing a pungent, coriander-like odor when threatened or crushed. They aggregate in large numbers in the fall to find overwintering sites, often invading human structures.

Risks & Benefits

Risks: A major agricultural pest causing significant damage to fruit and vegetable crops; household nuisance due to overwintering in large numbers and foul smell. Benefits: None significant; they are an invasive species in North America and Europe.

Identified on: 2/28/2026