Facts & InformationWhat are Stink Bugs?The brown marmorated stink bug is an invasive species that is becoming an increasingly common pest in Wisconsin. Stink bugs are ¾ of an inch in length and have a brown triangular-shaped body. The stink bug gets its name from the odorous smell they emit…
Facts & InformationWhat are Japanese Beetles?Japanese beetles are an invasive species that were accidentally introduced to the United States in the early 1900s. They are commonly found in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. Without any natural predators, these beetles wreak havoc with their feeding habits. Japanese beetles are ½ of an…
Facts & InformationWhat are Asian Lady Beetles?Asian lady beetles are often confused with ladybugs. The easiest way to tell the difference is to look for the distinctive, M-shaped black marking on the Asian lady beetle’s otherwise white head. Asian beetles also vary in color from orange to yellow to red…
Facts & InformationWhat are Boxelder Bugs?Boxelder bugs are a common household pest in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. They are ½ of an inch in length and black with red-rimmed wings. They primarily feed on box elder trees, which is the reason behind their name. They will also feed on ash…
Facts & InformationWhat are Stinging Pests?Bees, hornets, wasps, and yellow jackets are common summertime insects in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. Stinging pests come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The common factor across any species is a stinger. Bee stings can be more than just a painful nuisance. Stinging…
