Here are ten deadliest insects and their potentially fatal effects on humans. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), they transmit lethal diseases like malaria, which claimed approximately 619,000 lives in 2021 alone. Research indicates that severe allergic reactions can develop in 1-3% of the population, leading to life-threatening situations. A study published in Nature reported that these hornets can destroy entire colonies of bees, impacting local ecosystems. A study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution indicates that locust swarms can contain up to 80 million insects per square kilometer, devastating crops and leading to food insecurity in affected areas.

Source: Nigerian Tribune October 16, 2024 11:42 UTC