Lovebugs
Scientific name: Plecia
Lovebugs
Scientific name: Plecia
Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
The Plecia genus, famously known during their swarms as 'lovebugs,' are fascinating not due to their affectionate moniker, but rather their life cycle and behavior. As adults, these insects remain coupled, even in flight, for days during mating season, reflecting an exceptional commitment not seen in many other insects. The misconception that they were genetically engineered to combat mosquitoes is entirely unfounded; they naturally evolved in Central America and have spread since, thriving in warm, humid environments.
Species of Lovebugs
Scientific Classification
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