What can I do about the stink bugs in my room?

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This were 2 stink bugs in my room out of nowhere tonight. Apparently they come out now in the spring to go back outside?? But now I don’t know if that means I can’t prevent anymore or just have to wait out the storm…..?? Also the extremely tiny cracks around my window don’t look big enough for a stink bug, so unless it’s the vent idk how they’re even getting in, cause they do often appear in this room. Help?!

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  2. kistner Avatar

    Yes, those tiny cracks let them in. And the vents. And any other access point they can find. Seal any cracks you can find, caulking or whatever, kill what you find and move on.

    Years ago we had a pet turtle who liked to eat them. That’s an option as well, lol. Of course we had to leave the room when he ate them because, well, they stink when smooshed.