Anchor Stink Bug vs Brown Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Anchor Stink Bug | Brown Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stiretrus anchorago | Euschistus servus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Anchor Stink Bug
A predatory stink bug that is one of North America's most colorful pentatomids, with highly variable patterns of red, blue, black, and white. It preys on beetle larvae, caterpillars, and other soft-bodied insects.
Did You Know?
It comes in dozens of strikingly different color patterns, making specimens from the same population look like different species.
Brown Stink Bug
A dull brownish shield bug common throughout North America. It has a typical pentatomid shape with slightly pointed shoulders. It is a significant pest of cotton, soybeans, and corn.
Did You Know?
This species overwinters as an adult under leaf litter and can survive temperatures well below freezing.