Bug Identifier
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Community identification

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Halyomorpha halys

Order & Family
Order: Hemiptera, Family: Pentatomidae
Size
1.7 centimeters (0.67 inches) long
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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