What is another word for stinkbugs?

Pronunciation: [stˈɪŋkbʌɡz] (IPA)

Stinkbugs are commonly found in homes, gardens, and farms as they feed on plants. They are also known as shield bugs, and their scientific name is Pentatomidae. These insects have a unique defense mechanism where they emit a strong odor when threatened or squished. They are also called stinking insects, green soldier bugs, and brown marmorated stink bugs. Their distinctive stench makes them unpleasant to handle, and their presence can cause damage to crops. Although these insects are beneficial in some ways, having an infestation of stinkbugs can be a nuisance. Synonyms for the word stinkbugs are varied, but they allude to their strong odor and distinctive appearance.

What are the hypernyms for Stinkbugs?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Insects, true bugs, hemipterans, ungulimorphs.

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