Humans have already started experiencing the effects of global warming. Humans are facing various problems such as unseasonal rain, sudden drought, excessive heat, and water shortage. In this situation, south korea is facing a unique problem due to the impact of climate change. A strange swarm of insects has been circulating in south korea for the past few months. As soon as people stand in one place, these insects come in droves and swarm them. South Koreans are complaining and posting videos on social media that these insects are occupying cars, two-wheelers, and house windows wherever they look. These insects are especially a big nuisance for people living in parks and mountainous areas.

What are love Bugs?: In English, they are called love Bugs, and their scientific name is Plecia longiforceps. They are called love Bugs because they mate while flying. Males of this type of insect usually live for only three to four days. Females live for up to a week. But in this one week, females leave hundreds of eggs.

Arrival from China: These insects are usually found in southeastern China, Taiwan, and Japan. Sometimes, depending on the weather, they are found in Central America and the states of texas and florida in the United States. But some researchers say it's a mystery how these insects got into south korea and how they're circulating in densely populated areas.
A study conducted by a South Korean university on the arrival of this insect revealed in an interview with the New York Times that these insects entered the country by attaching themselves to ships coming from South China. They say that this insect has spread throughout the country within a few months.
Global warming is the reason: Researchers say that these insects are spreading from the south to the north as global temperatures are rising. They are invading from hotter areas to cooler areas. This is the main reason for the increase in the number of these insects in most cities, say researchers.

Are they dangerous to humans?: The South Korean government has said that there is no danger to humans from these types of insects. They have said that people do not need to be afraid of them as these insects do not spread any disease and do not bite humans. However, people continue to complain that they come in large numbers to the point of covering a car, and that they stick to the walls of houses and trains.

South Korean people Lament: People say that it is disgusting to see hundreds of insects coming and sitting on people at the same time. It is said that in most places people spray chemical pesticides to repel these types of insects. But the South Korean government, which says this is wrong, has said that people can repel these insects by spraying water. It has also been said that chemicals should not be used. Since these insects are invading areas with mild weather conditions, people living in such areas and those involved in mountain trekking have been advised to be careful. The South Korean government has urged people not to chase away the insects, as they help pollinate flowers. Meanwhile, videos of some South Koreans catching and eating the insects are circulating on social media.
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Sowmiya Sriram

09/07/2025 06:28 PM