Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Agricultural fields, orchards, gardens, and urban settings; often seeks shelter in human structures during colder months.

Generalist herbivore; feeds on a wide variety of plants including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental trees.

Notable for their shield-shaped body and the foul-smelling chemical they release from glands when disturbed or crushed. In autumn, they aggregate in large numbers on buildings, seeking overwintering sites.

No direct health risk to humans as they do not bite or sting. However, they are significant agricultural pests that cause damage to crops and can be a major nuisance in homes due to their odor and large numbers.