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The animal world, as seductive as it can be, is also leading humans to their own demise. This is true in many parts of the world where the presence of certain insects causes the spread of deadly infections if not treated early enough. Read on to find out about some of the bugs that you should watch out for.
The tiger mosquito
The tiger mosquito is an animal species that carries several infections such as the Zika virus, malaria and yellow fever. This makes the insect one of the most dangerous bugs and it is therefore advisable to take the appropriate measures to avoid being bitten by it.
The reduct
Another insect that stands out for its ability to endanger human life is the reduva. The bite of this insect can cause a fatal infection. This is because a person who is bitten by the insect is inclined to scratch, and this action favors the penetration of the bacteria spread by the insect during contact with its victim.
The tsetse fly
The tsetse fly is a variety of fly that has an unusual characteristic. This insect causes a sickly tendency to sleep. This tendency can lead to the death of the victim bitten by the fly, when the infection is not properly treated.
The lonomia obliqua caterpillar
The lonomia obliqua caterpillar is an insect as dangerous as the previous species. Having the misfortune of rubbing against this insect can be a fatal predisposition to a dangerous infection. Indeed, contact with this insect causes a succession of serious symptoms. The victim who comes into contact with the insect starts to feel dizzy and nauseous within an hour, accompanied by redness on the part of the body that has come into contact with the insect. After these various manifestations, vision becomes blurred and lesions are seen on the victim's skin.
In this case, it is important to treat the condition quickly enough to prevent death.