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Shield Bug

Palomena prasina

About

Also called stink bugs for the foul-smelling liquid they release when disturbed. Changes color from bright green in summer to bronze-brown before overwintering.

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Did You Know?

Shield bugs can change color with the seasons β€” they produce green pigment in summer for leaf camouflage and switch to brown in autumn as leaves change.