New Zealand is not the only market that has found stink bugs on cars arriving at its wharves, with Fiji now reporting an arrival.
According to the Fiji Sun, the Morning Menad was cleared for unloading by the Biosecurity Authority Fiji in Suva Harbour on Saturday, though held back vehicles from release when dead insects were found on the ship.
While not confirmed, it is feared the insects are the brown marmorated stink bugs. While Fiji has species of stink bug, it is concerned the BMSB could harm its agricultural industry.
The Morning Menad’s next destination is Auckland, though it is unclear yet it if will be able to unload.
AutoTalk has contacted the ship’s operators for comment.
