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Lovebugs Back Early in Southeast Texas | San Antonio News
Lovebugs are back in Southeast Texas—earlier than usual, thanks to recent rain—and they’re making a mess on windshields and grilles. These harmless, fly-like insects, not actual bugs, swarm daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, drawn to car exhaust and light colors. They’re not lab-made but naturally migrated from Central America, first spotted in Texas in the 1940s. After mating, females lay eggs in decaying leaves, and their larvae help break down plant matter. While they don’t bite or spread disease, heavy swarms can block vision, clog radiators, and even overheat engines. Keep your car waxed and…
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