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In the warm summer months, there is an increased spread of flying bugs. Which varieties are involved can be identified quite well by means of certain characteristics.

In a nutshell

  • Flying bugs are comparatively large insects
  • Form six legs, feelers and solid shell
  • Occur in Germany in many variations
  • They only feed on plant sap with a proboscis
  • Are completely harmless to humans and pets

American cone bugs

The American pine bug is called Leptoglossus occidentalis in botany and originally comes from North America. This type of bug is relatively large, very distinctive and can be recognized quickly by certain characteristics. It was only brought to this country about ten years ago. However, it has already spread widely and lives in native conifers, especially pine trees. Although the American cone bug is also harmless, it attracts other conspecifics with its scents. Therefore, in autumn there can be accumulations in large groups, which prepare for the winter.

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  • Reddish brown body colour
  • Body length from 16 to 20 millimeters
  • One of the largest species of bugs in Europe
  • Hind legs widen like leaves
  • Sides of abdomen are mottled brown and white

Green stink bugs

Green stink bugs have the botanical name Palomena prasina. Like all other bugs, they also belong to the order of the beaked chafer, as do aphids and cicadas. On warm days they colonize the windows and walls of houses in droves and can become a real nuisance. In addition, these flying bugs get lost in the apartment in autumn, looking for a warm winter quarters. Most residents are frightened by the insects or even disgusted by them, because the name says it all.

  • Peaceful comrades, do no harm
  • Occur more frequently from August
  • Are bright green in summer
  • Armor has small black dots
  • Reach a length of about 12 to 14 millimeters
  • Separate out foul-smelling secretion in case of danger

Notice: At the end of autumn, green stink bugs turn brown or reddish-brown before hibernating, due to the falling temperatures and with the help of a red dye.

Gray garden bugs

Gray garden bugs have the botanical name Rhaphigaster nebulosa and are also known as field bugs. In contrast to the non-flying bed bugs, flying bugs do not pose a great nuisance to humans, they do not want to establish themselves in the living rooms and also do not multiply diligently. Rather, the insects are looking for a protected winter quarters.

  • Reach size from 14 to 16 millimeters
  • Grey-yellow to brown in color with spots
  • The triangular head is typical
  • Completely harmless insects
  • They are not poisonous and they do not bite
  • They secrete a stinky secretion when threatened

Notice: Flying bugs do not suck blood, nor do they multiply excessively. Even the damage caused by feeding on the plants is within manageable limits.

leather bugs

Leather bugs are called Coreus marginatus in botany and are reminiscent of leather due to the structure of their body and their color. Colloquially, this species of bug is also referred to as a large edge bug or hem bug due to the wide wing edges. When sucking the plants, the insects inject a poisonous saliva into the targeted area. Especially very young plant shoots can die from this, which is why the leather bugs are perceived in large numbers as pests.

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  • Brown body color with black tones
  • Rough and leathery body surface
  • Reach sizes from 10 to 16 millimeters
  • Elongated body shape, spreading backwards
  • Rear part is heavily colored dark
  • Turn dark brown to black in late autumn

Marbled stink bugs

The marbled stink bugs have the botanical name Halyomorpha halys and have spread invasively in this country. Originally from East Asia, they probably came to Europe with all the freight traffic. From September these flying bugs gather in groups and look for suitable places to hibernate. Cracks and crevices on windows in the apartment, house walls and door frames are very popular.

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  • Length from 12 to 17 millimeters
  • Adult animals are mottled brown-yellow
  • Form many black dots on the upper side
  • In addition 4 to 5 bright spots on the pronotum
  • The underside, on the other hand, is monochrome
  • Have a rectangular head shape

frequently asked Questions

Do the same species of bugs appear every year?

Depending on the prevailing weather conditions and the respective region, other species of bugs can get lost flying into the living quarters every year. There are also some invasive species from distant countries that can appear unexpectedly and settle down.

Why do the bug species secrete a stinky secretion?

Although certain types of bugs can become very annoying in autumn, they are not classified as pests. The stink bugs owe their bad obituary to their habit of spraying a foul-smelling secretion when threatened. In this way, the insects successfully drive away dangerous predators and spoil their appetite.

What should be considered when dealing with stink bugs?

Due to the smelly secretion, the insects should never be touched or crushed with bare hands. The caustic smell of body waste is very difficult to remove, it lingers on surfaces for a long time, especially on wallpaper or carpeting.

How to get rid of the flying stink bugs?

It is best to pick up the stray insects with gloves or sweep them up with a dustpan and hand brush. Then release the specimens outside, but not near the windows or doors.

What measures help to prevent bugs?

When the various types of bugs are out, the windows and doors must be kept closed. Check house walls for any cracks and crevices, seal carefully if necessary. Installing insect screens has proven effective in preventing annoying animals from entering the living space.

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