Western Conifer Seed Bug

Coniferous forests, woodlands, and gardens; often seeks shelter indoors during winter.

Feeds on the Developing seeds and flowers of various coniferous trees (like Douglas-fir and pines) using piercing-sucking mouthparts.

Slow-moving and capable of flight; they emit a pungent, unpleasant odor if handled or threatened. They undergo simple metamorphosis from nymph to adult.

Generally harmless to humans; they cannot bite or sting. Considered a nuisance pest when they enter homes in large numbers to overwinter. They can occasionally cause issues in commercial seed orchards.