Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Found on a variety of plants including fruit trees, vegetables, and ornamental shrubs; often invades homes in winter.

Generalist herbivore; feeds on fruit, vegetables, and field crops by piercing the skin and sucking out juices.

Known for releasing a pungent odor when threatened; adults overwinter in man-made structures and emerge in spring.

Major agricultural pest that damages crops; nuisance to humans when aggregate indoors; no significant medical risk.