Community identification
Brown marmorated stink bug nymph
Halyomorpha halys
- Order & Family
- Hemiptera; Pentatomidae
- Size
- About 5–8 mm as a nymph; adults are roughly 12–17 mm.
Natural Habitat
Gardens, orchards, and wooded areas; adults often enter buildings to overwinter.
Diet & Feeding
Nymphs and adults pierce fruits, seeds, and other plant tissues and suck the juices.
Behavior Patterns
Nymphs are wingless and develop through several stages before becoming adults. The adults release a strong-smelling defensive secretion when disturbed.
Risks & Benefits
A major agricultural pest that damages fruit and crops; it does not bite or pose a significant health risk to people.