Boisea trivittata

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Boisea trivittata (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Joseph Berger
Source: IPM Images

Boisea trivittata (Say) - (Redcrossed stink bug)

This scentless boxelder bug (not a stink bug) is mainly a nuisance pest in North America when it forms large swarms in autumn. It feeds on the seeds of Acer trees (boxelder) but can also damage fruits like strawberries.

Synonym:
Boisea trivittata


Vernacular names
• English: redcrossed stink bug
• Français: punaise de l'érable négondo


For details see the respective page in Wikipedia.