Stink Bugs (Pests)

Southern Green Stink Bug, Nezara viridula (Linnaeus) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Jason M. Squitier

Black Stink Bug Proxys punctulatus (Palisot) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Celina Gomez and Russell F. Mizell III

Redbanded Stink Bug, Red-Banded Stink Bug, Smaller Green Stink Bug (suggested common names) Piezodorus guildinii (Westwood) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Morgan Pinkerton and Amanda Hodges

This document provides an in-depth profile of the redbanded stink bug, Piezodorus guildinii. It covers the insect’s introduction, distribution, physical description, life stages, and host plants. The redbanded stink bug is a significant pest in the southeastern United States, particularly affecting leguminous crops like soybeans. The article also discusses the damage caused by this pest and various management strategies, including monitoring, cultural practices, and chemical control. The information is intended for both laypersons with some biological knowledge and academic audiences.

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, Halyomorpha halys (Stål) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Cory Penca and Amanda Hodges

Brown Stink Bug Euschistus servus (Say) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Celina Gomez and Russell F. Mizell III

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the brown stink bug, Euschistus servus, a significant pest in the southern U.S. It details the insect's life cycle, physical description, and the damage it causes to various crops, including peaches and pecans. The article also discusses the geographical distribution, feeding habits, and management strategies, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and using trap crops to control populations. The resurgence of brown stink bugs due to reduced pesticide use in major crops is highlighted, along with the economic impact on agriculture. Published: February 2009.

Stink Bugs in Florida Rice

Ron Cherry

A UF/IFAS numbered publication. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management

Green Stink Bug, Chinavia hilaris (Say) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Celina Gomez and Russell F. Mizell

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Bagrada Bug, Painted Bug, Bagrada Hilaris (Burmeister) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)

Eric LeVeen and Amanda C. Hodges

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids, and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.