Bug Identifier
Brown marmorated stink bug (likely)
Community identification

Brown marmorated stink bug (likely)

Halyomorpha halys

Order & Family
Hemiptera; Pentatomidae
Size
About 12–17 mm long and 8–10 mm wide.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Gardens, orchards, woodland edges, buildings, and other areas with vegetation. Adults commonly seek sheltered structures for winter.

Diet & Feeding

Pierces plants and sucks sap from fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, and trees. It can damage apples, peaches, tomatoes, peppers, and soybeans.

Behavior Patterns

Adults are shield-shaped, mottled brown, and strong fliers; they often cluster and emit a pungent odor when disturbed or crushed. They overwinter as adults and produce multiple generations in warm regions.

Risks & Benefits

Not dangerous to people, though its defensive odor is unpleasant and it may occasionally cause skin irritation. It is a significant agricultural and household nuisance, with little recognized ecological benefit in regions where invasive.