Plant Damage
Leaf-footed bugs can cause grief for people with backyard gardens. The pests wreak havoc on fruit, vegetables, and ornamentals. Tomatoes and pomegranates are among their favorite things to eat.
Disease
Sometimes the bugs transmit diseases to the plants. Thankfully, the pests do not bite or spread diseases to humans. However, they do have a terrible scent, especially when crushed.
Indoor Problems
In addition, leaf-footed bugs often gather on warm windowsills or home siding in the fall, becoming eyesores. An occasional adult might try to find a place to spend the winter. Many times they find openings in homes and get inside.
When spring comes, the adults become active again. They try to move outside to feed and mate. The insects do not cause any damage indoors, and they do not deposit eggs in the home.