Boxelder Bugs (Boisea trivittata) are usually found near their primary host, Boxelder Maple (Acer negundo), but have been found feeding on other trees as well, including Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum), oaks (Quercus spp.), and tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) (Yoder and Robinson 1990 and references therein).
The Boxelder Bug (Boisea trivittata) is often considered a household pest in the United States. Overwintering Boxelder Bugs may seek shelter in warm, protected areas around houses. Large aggregations in spring and fall may result in significant numbers entering houses, where their excrement may stain fabric. (Yoder and Robinson 1990)
