The Brown marmorated stink bug is considered an invasive pest species by homeowners and farmers in the US and Europe. Image via wikipedia. An invasive insect species considered a pest by homeowners has been found in the UK. Scientists from London s Natural History Museum confirmed the presence of the Brown marmorated stink bug in multiple areas of the UK on Monday (March 1). The insect is considered non-harmful but unpleasant and highly invasive, with infestations often happening rapidly wherever the insects show up. The stink bug gets its name from the ability to produce an unattractive distinctive almond like smell which the species uses as a defense chemical.
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The Brown marmorated stink bug is considered an invasive pest species by homeowners and farmers in the US and Europe. Image via wikipedia. An invasive insect species considered a pest by homeowners has been found in the UK. Scientists from London s Natural History Museum confirmed the presence of the Brown marmorated stink bug in multiple areas of the UK on Monday (March 1). The insect is considered non-harmful but unpleasant and highly invasive, with infestations often happening rapidly wherever the insects show up. The stink bug gets its name from the ability to produce an unattractive distinctive almond like smell which the species uses as a defense chemical.