Two-spotted stink bug
- Pronunciation
- /two-SPOTTED STINK BUG/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Two-spotted stink bug
- Plural
- Two-spotted stink bugs
Definition
A species of stink bug (Pentatomidae) known for its two distinct black spots on its bright green back.
Etymology
From the Latin 'bin' meaning 'two', referring to the two black spots, and 'stink bug', a common name for Pentatomidae.
Example
The two-spotted stink bug is a common pest of crops in North America.