Boxelder Bugs
Boxelder bugs get their name because they are mostly found near, on, and around boxelder trees. This species is native to wherever boxelder trees grow. Boxelder bugs are primarily nuisance pests entering structures, including homes, sheds, garages. You can find more information via the link on boxelder bugs.
Characteristics
Size: 1/2” (11-14 mm)
Color: Black with reddish or orange markings on the dorsum
Habits: Adult boxelder bugs lay dormant and arise from their hibernation in late spring when the boxelder buds open. The adults leave their hibernating sites and return to their host trees during warmer months. They feed on fallen boxelder seeds and move to the female boxelder trees or maple trees, where they eat new leaves.
