Stink Bug by photosynthesis
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Description
I found this critter in my backyard. According to Wikipedia:
"Halyomorpha halys, also known as the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), or simply the stink bug, is an insect in the family Pentatomidae that is native to China, Japan and Taiwan. It was accidentally introduced into the United States, with the first specimen being collected in September 1998. The brown marmorated stink bug is considered to be an agricultural pest, and by 2010–11 had become a season-long pest in U.S. orchards.
The brown marmorated stink bug was accidentally introduced into the United States from China or Japan. It is believed to have hitched a ride as a stowaway in packing crates. The first documented specimen was collected in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in September 1998.
The stink bug's ability to emit an odor through holes in its abdomen is a defense mechanism meant to prevent it from being eaten by birds and lizards. However, simply handling the bug, injuring it, or attempting to move it can trigger it to release the odor."
Comments (12)
Totally awesome close up.
Eeekk! Nice bug! Hugs Di. xx
Wonderful patterns on the body. Great shot!
Great pic! I have a fondness for the UK relations of this creature, who don't have such a gift for smelling nasty.
Great detail on this close-up Claude. I had a strange experience with a black and red variety when I lived in Kansas. I'd see nothing of them for about 10 months a year, then in the hot summer months of July and August they'd come out of the ground and cover the west facing front of my house. They didn't get in but they'd look awful...certainly would have driven potential buyers away. I'd hose them off and they'd be back the next day. I finally sold that house in a cool month of the year and haven't seen any since:-)
Bill - We had the same exact type of black & red bugs in the Applegate every year - they're box elder bugs. Aside from covering the windows of houses in vast numbers, they're pretty harmless.
Very interesting details and patterns on this shield bug. I haven't seen one this year.
cool capture and information thanks for sharing
Stunning capture my friend. God bless.
What wonderful patterns! A fascinating thing, as long as I don't have to smell it! :P
I know them, and they really stink! We call them "Talepates" Great macro, Richard!
Thanks for the comment, but I'm not Richard - I'm Claude!
Punaise !
I dont want to know his smell :) :)