Rough Stink Bugs
Brochymena
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hemiptera
- Suborder: Heteroptera
- Infraorder: Pentatomomorpha
- Superfamily: Pentatomoidea
- Family: Pentatomidae
- Subfamily: Pentatominae
- Tribe: Halyini
- Genus: Brochymena
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Brochymena: //broʊˈkɪmɪnə//
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Summary
Brochymena is a genus of insects within the shield bug family, often referred to as rough stink bugs. They are characterized by their rough body texture and are common on various trees and shrubs throughout their range.
Physical Characteristics
10–22 mm in length, resembles other stink bugs but can be identified by rough texture of their bodies.
Identification Tips
Easily confused with the brown marmorated stink bug; look for the characteristic rough texture and size differences.
Habitat
Commonly found on trees and shrubs.
Distribution
Most diverse in the southern United States, extends south to Panama; some questionable records exist.
Diet
Phytophagous, primarily feeding on plant material; some reports suggest predation behaviors.
Ecosystem Role
Potential roles in pest dynamics as both herbivores and possible predators.
Similar Taxa
- Brown marmorated stink bug
Tags
- Insect
- Hemiptera
- Stink Bug
- Brochymena