




Mustha spinosula
The Mediterranean Spiny Stink Bug is a small insect with a spiky back and a strong smell. They are often found in gardens and fields, where they like to munch on plants.
Habitat: Urban areas
The Mediterranean Spiny Stink Bug has a broad, shield-shaped body, typically appearing in shades of green or mottled brown, often with darker markings. It is visually distinct due to prominent, sharp spines on its shoulders (pronotum), giving it a rugged appearance. Its antennae are segmented and usually darker than its body.





Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Baby stink bugs, called nymphs, grow by shedding their skin five times!
Its eggs often look like tiny, beautifully decorated barrels with little lids!
They can survive winter by hiding in cracks and under bark until spring!
This bug uses a special 'straw' mouthpart to sip juices from plants and fruits!
Mediterranean Spiny Stink Bug can spray a foul-smelling liquid to deter predators because of special glands near its legs.
Mediterranean Spiny Stink Bug has sharp spines on its body that help protect it from being easily eaten by birds.
Mediterranean Spiny Stink Bug can blend perfectly with green leaves or brown branches to hide from watchful eyes.
This bug sips plant juices with its special straw-like mouthpart.
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Parus major
Birds like this will prey on adult stink bugs and nymphs.
Araneus diadematus
Spiders often trap stink bugs in their webs.
Trissolcus basalis
This tiny wasp lays its eggs inside stink bug eggs.

Solanum lycopersicum
The bug feeds on the sap from tomato plants and fruits.
Citrus limon
It can feed on the sap and ripening fruits of citrus trees.
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Possessing sharp, pointed projections or spines on the body or surface.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Danger
1/5 · Very low
Don't touch bugs without asking an adult, as some can be smelly or make you itchy.
20-30 mm
10-14 mm
60-120 days
5 km/h
This bug sips plant juices with its special straw-like mouthpart.
Urban areas
Foraging
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