Stink Bugs Invading Social Media

Stink bugs, primarily the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, have emerged in the last decade as a common invader of homes in the United States. While the foul-smelling creatures have been most active in the Mid-Atlantic states, the winged-insects have been identified in nearly 40 U.S. states. Stink bugs are not only infiltrating homes but have been permeating Social Media networks of late like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Vine as fall temperatures set in nationwide and the pests become more aggressive indoors.

We collected a batch of Tweets, Vines, and Instagram photos containing the hashtag #stinkbugs to provide you with a sample of the insect’s Social Media stardom. Click the read more to scroll through the examples. Make sure you join in the fun on your favorite social networks by sharing photos of #stinkbugs. 

Here at DWS – wildlife is all around us. Even on the tissues. #stinkbugs pic.twitter.com/JG0Dsv9Tpw — DWS (@savingthewild) October 7, 2013

They’re sneaky: Invading #stinkbugs live in warm insulated walls, light fittings & under floorboards http://t.co/FEV0UYk695

— Ehrlich Pest Control (@EhrlichPest) October 10, 2013

Are you experiencing a stink bug problem in your home right now? Give Ehrlich a call at (888) 976-4649 to set up a free inspection of your property.

Check out our Getting To Know The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Infographic to learn about how the pest came to North America and what you can do to keep them out of your residence.