Sep
24

What’s shield-shaped and stinky and OMG all over my house?

A Washington Post article explains that the invasion of the harmless but malodorous insects will only get worse.  Smithsonian entomologist Gary Hevel explains what’s going on and incidentally suggests he has a very understanding family.

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Posted: 24 September 2010
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