Shield Bug aka Stink Bug || #insect #buglife

Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "Stink bugs are shield-shaped insects best known for releasing a strong, unpleasant odor when they feel threatened or are crushed. They belong mainly to the family Pentatomidae and are found worldwide, both outdoors and inside homes. Why they smell • They have special glands that release a defensive chemical • The odor helps deter predators like birds and lizards • The smell can resemble coriander, sulfur, or rotten vegetables What they do • Feed on plants, fr