
Community identification
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Halyomorpha halys
- Order & Family
- Order: Hemiptera, Family: Pentatomidae
- Size
- 1.7 centimeters (0.67 inches) long
Natural Habitat
Agricultural fields, gardens, and overwintering in human dwellings
Diet & Feeding
Broad range of host plants including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental trees
Behavior Patterns
Emits a strong odor when threatened or crushed; seeks warmth inside buildings during autumn
Risks & Benefits
Agricultural pest causing crop damage; nuisance pest in homes; no direct health risk to humans