Brown Marmorated Stink Bug and Potential Look-Alikes Found in Minnesota
Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is native to Asia, and was accidentally introduced to North America. BMSB is an agricultural pest, feeding on over 300 plant species, including plants found in home gardens and landscapes. Due to its unpleasant odor, large size, and considerable numbers, BMSB can also become a nuisance in homes, especially in fall and winter months.
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Spined Soldier BugPodisus maculiventris
Spined Soldier BugSpined Soldier BugSpined Soldier BugBanasa Stink BugBanasa dimidiata
Western Conifer Seed BugLeptoglossus occidentalisWestern Conifer Seed BugRough Stink Bug
Brochymena quadripustulataRough Stink Bug
Dusky Stink BugEuschistus tristigmus
Dusky Stink BugOne Spotted Stink BugEuschistus variolariusOne Spotted Stink BugBrown Stink Bug
Euschistus servusBrown Stink Bug
Squash BugAnasa tristisSquash Bug
Boxelder BugBoisea trivittata
Boxelder BugEuschistus tristigmus
Banasa Stink Bug
Brown Marmorated Stink BugHalyomorpha halys
actual size
Predatory Stink BugApoecilus cynicusBugs on this page appear 2.5 times larger than in life.
Green Stink BugChinavia hilaris
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Identifi cation
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Anterolateral pronotal margins (shoulders) are smooth, not roughened or toothed.
Abdominal segments protrude from beneath wings, revealing light and dark banded pattern.
Rounded humeri (shoulder tips).
Light-colored banding at base of antennal segment 5, and apex and base of segment 4.
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Punctures underneath head and thorax are metallic green. These are visible with a microscope or hand lens and a bright light source.
Dorsal view Ventral view