Kudzu Bug

Kudzu bugs are small, brownish-green insects about 1/4 inch long, resembling small beetles or stink bugs. They have a flattened, rectangular shape and are often found congregating in large numbers. Their most notable feature is the strong, unpleasant odor they emit when disturbed, a common annoyance for Myrtle Beach residents.

Look for clusters of these bugs on light-colored surfaces, especially on the sunny sides of buildings. During the fall, they seek overwintering sites, often entering homes through cracks and crevices around windows, doors, and foundations. You may also find them on kudzu vines and soybean plants, which serve as their primary food source.

MBPC offers targeted treatments to control kudzu bug populations around your Grand Strand property. Our SC Department of Pesticide Regulation-licensed technicians can apply exterior barrier treatments to prevent them from entering your home. We also offer interior treatments to eliminate existing infestations, focusing on cracks and crevices where they hide.

Seal cracks and crevices around windows, doors, and foundations to prevent kudzu bugs from entering your Myrtle Beach home. Install screens on windows and doors. Reduce light pollution around your property, as they are attracted to lights. Consider removing kudzu vines from your property to eliminate their primary food source.

Kudzu bugs thrive in the humid subtropical climate of coastal South Carolina, particularly in areas with abundant kudzu vines. They are commonly found in agricultural fields, along roadsides, and near residential areas in Myrtle Beach. These bugs are attracted to light and often congregate on buildings and other structures.

Peak activity: Spring-Fall