Bug Identifier
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Community identification

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Halyomorpha halys

Order & Family
Hemiptera: Pentatomidae
Size
12–17 mm (approximately 0.5 to 0.7 inches)
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Natural Habitat

Gardens, orchards, agricultural fields, and frequently enters homes in autumn for overwintering

Diet & Feeding

Herbivorous; feeds on over 100 species of plants including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental trees

Behavior Patterns

Active in warm months; seeks shelter in cracks and crevices during cold weather. They release a pungent odor from scent glands when threatened or crushed.

Risks & Benefits

Significant agricultural pest causes damage to crops; nuisance pest in homes. Not harmful to humans or pets but can be an indoor annoyance.