Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Orchards, gardens, farms, and homes (especially as overwintering sites)

Herbivorous; feeds on a wide variety of plants including fruit trees, vegetables, and ornamental plants

Diurnal insects known for their aggregate behavior during cold months to find shelter in buildings; they release a pungent odor when disturbed or crushed

Significant agricultural pest causing damage to crops; nuisance found inside homes. They do not bite or sting humans, but their defensive scent can be unpleasant.