Invasive Stink Bugs: Impacts and Management Strategies

The video discusses the brown marmorated stink bug, an invasive species from Asia, and its significant impact on agriculture in the United States, particularly in the mid-Atlantic region. It highlights the challenges faced by farmers due to crop damage and the nuisance caused to homeowners. The video also covers research efforts to understand the bug's behavior and movement, using tools like flight mills and harmonic radar. Environmental factors, such as temperature and weather, are also considered in managing stink bug populations.

Where is the brown marmorated stink bug originally from?

• Europe

• Asia

• South America

• Africa

What was the significant impact of the stink bug outbreak in 2010?

• Decrease in pest population

• Improved air quality

• Loss of stone fruit crops

• Increased tourism

How many states in the US have detected the presence of the stink bug?

• 41

• 30

• 50

• 25

What is one of the main challenges homeowners face with stink bugs?

• Noise pollution

• Bugs entering homes in large numbers

• Damage to furniture

• Increased water bills

What tool is used to study the dispersal capacity of stink bugs?

• Flight mill system

• Weather balloon

• Satellite tracking

• GPS collar

How far can a stink bug potentially fly in a single day?

• 25 miles

• 50 miles

• 10 miles

• 75 miles

What technology is used to track stink bug behavior?

• Infrared cameras

• Magnetic resonance

• Harmonic radar

• Ultrasound

How does temperature affect stink bug development?

• They develop faster in cooler temperatures

• They develop faster in warmer temperatures

• Temperature has no effect

• They develop slower in warmer temperatures

What is the long-term goal in managing stink bug populations?

• Relocate them to Europe

• Use them for pest control

• Increase their population

• Reduce their population

What is essential for solving the stink bug problem?

• Individual effort

• Team effort and collaboration

• Ignoring the problem

• Increasing pesticide use