Brown marmorated stink bug

• Research article • • 14 March 2020 Brown marmorated stink bug, Halyomorpha halys (Stål), genome: putative underpinnings of polyphagy, insecticide resistance potential and biology of a top worldwide pest • ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0001-6251-8559 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • … • Show authors BMC Genomics volume 21, Article number: 227 ( 2020) Background Halyomorpha halys (Stål), the brown marmorated stink bug, is a highly invasive insect species due in part to its exceptionally high levels of polyphagy. This species is also a nuisance due to overwintering in human-made structures. It has caused significant agricultural losses in recent years along the Atlantic seaboard of North America and in continental Europe. Genomic resources will assist with determining the molecular basis for this species’ feeding and habitat traits, defining potential targets for pest management strategies. Results Analysis of the 1.15-Gb draft genome assembly has identified a wide variety of genetic elements underpinning the biological characteristics of this formidable pest species, encompassing the roles of sensory functions, digestion, immunity, detoxification and development, all of which likely support H. halys’ capacity for invasiveness. Many of the genes identified herein have potential for biomolecular pesticide applications. Conclusions Availability of the H. halys genome sequence will be useful for the develop...

• HOME • » WHERE IS BMSB? • » State-by-State State-by-State Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) has been detected in 47 states and 4 Canadian provinces, posing severe agricultural problems in 10 states and nuisance problems in 21 others. Click on the legend for a description of each category. Click on a state or province in the map below to find state-specific resources, contact information, and news, or to report a sighting of BMSB. The map is also available as a For the distribution of BMSB within individual states, visit the

Typical Stink Bug Life Cycles Different species of stink bugs generally share similar life cycles. Female adults that have mated with males in the spring deposit eggs in clusters, known as egg masses, on the stems and leaves of plants. Stink bugs develop via incomplete metamorphosis, a process that involves three stages – eggs, nymphs and adults. Nymphs are wingless and complete five instars (stages) of growth and development. Each instar takes about one week to complete. As they progress through their nymphal stages, they increase in size and eventually change into fully-grown winged adults capable of reproduction. Both nymphs and adults Stink bug adults will continue to feed and reproduce during summer. Depending upon the species and Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Life Cycle Brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSBs) are an invasive species introduced to the United States from China. Since first reported in Pennsylvania in 2001, they’ve spread to around 41 States. These pests have become a serious problem of agricultural crops as well as a nuisance to home and business owners. Mating BMSBs mate and create up to 3 generations per year depending on their habitat. Cooler zones see one generation per year, while warmer areas are likely to see 2-3. Eggs Egg laying generally occurs from May through August. The eggs are light green, barrel-shaped, and are attached side-by-side on the underside of the host plant’s leaves in a mass of 20-30 eggs. Nymphs BMSB nymphs (second stage in the stin...

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The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) is native to parts of Asia and was first observed in the U.S. in Allentown, PA in 2001. It took up residence in parts of Washington County and has steadily migrated to other parts of Maryland. Adults congregate in late summer/early fall and actively seek safe overwintering sites- especially inside buildings. Then they emerge and mate in spring. They are not harmful to people, houses, or pets. They do not bite, sting, suck blood, or spread disease and they don’t eat or bore into wood. The BMSB feeds on plant leaves, buds, and fruits. Inside your home Typically, stink bugs will emerge from cracks under or behind baseboards, around window and door trim, and around exhaust fans or lights in ceilings. Mechanical exclusion is the best method to keep stink bugs from entering homes and buildings. First, attempt to locate the openings where the insects gain access. Cracks around windows, doors, siding, utility pipes, behind chimneys, and underneath the wood fascia and other openings should be sealed with good quality silicone or silicone-latex caulk. Damaged screens on doors and windows should be repaired or replaced. Keep these points in mind when choosing a method for controlling BMSB: • The BMSB is a strong flier and will quickly “drop” downward when disturbed. • They emit a strong, unpleasant odor when threatened or crushed. The smell goes away quickly. • They are more sluggish on cool, overcast days. • They tend to congregate ...