Stink Bugs

Identifying Stink Bugs in Missouri

Stink Bugs

Stink bugs are described in several different ways. They are characterized as both “large, oval-shaped insects” and “shield-shaped insects.” Adult stink bugs can reach almost 2 cm in length. They are nearly as wide as they are long. Their legs extend from the sides, so this makes the adult bugs appear even larger. It has lighter bands on the antennae and darker bands on the wings. Adult stink bugs are good fliers and fold their wings on top of their body when they land. Fully developed wings are a way to identify adult stink bugs.

Control:

Homeowners often find stink bugs inside during the late summer months and autumn when temperatures outside start to drop. Finding large numbers of live or dead stink bugs is a telltale sign of an infestation. Stink bugs will turn up on sunny sides of homes where they warm themselves.  They can cause damage to gardens. If an infestation has developed inside the home or building, contact a St. Charles Pest Control assess the severity problem and help to identify the access points for this species.