Brown Marmorated Stinkbug on Peach
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Brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) adults have 3⁄4-inch long shield-shaped bodies that are mottled brown in color. Bodies have a smooth edge between eye and corner of the thorax (middle section of the body). Alternating white and brown spots are present on abdomen edge beyond wings. Each antenna has two light bands. Nymphs have white bands on their tibia (leg segments). Fruit damage includes distortion, catfacing, oozing (gummosis), and corky flesh.
Brown marmorated stink bug nymph.
(Photo: Ric Bessin, University of Kentucky)
Brown marmorated stink bug adult.
(Photo: Ric Bessin, University of Kentucky)
Brown marmorated stink bug damage to fruit.
(Photo: Ric Bessin, University of Kentucky)
Management:
- Scout border rows to monitor populations.
- Apply insecticide as needed.
