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Western conifer seed bugs cling to a screen of a Post Falls home. North Idahoans may be experiencing an influx of the odorous arthropods sneaking indoors as they find protection from the elements this time of year.

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Those stinkin' bugs
September 30, 2022 1 a.m.

Those stinkin' bugs

Western conifer seed bugs make themselves at home in your home

Everyone likes coming home to a cozy, warm house as autumn air becomes crisp and daylight draws shorter. You know who else likes a warm house on a cold day? Stink bugs. Well, what many call "stink bugs" are actually Western conifer seed bugs. But they're pretty stinky too.