Explosion of blood-sucking horseflies plagues Brits after lockdown heatwave
dailystar.co.ukthe recent hot and humid weather.Female horsefly bites can lead to nasty blisters, swelling and infections, with some people needing antibiotics and even hospitalisation in severe cases.And with more wet weather forecast the tiny vampires are unlikely to go away anytime soon.The clegs are also said to have bred like crazy as areas of standing water have been left undisturbed during almost three months of nationwide lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic.Families have been told to drain paddling pools and tubs as they are attracted to water.The bugs are large and dark-coloured, around 1cm to 2.5cm in size and also like to live in woodlands and grassy areas.The British Pest Control Association (BCPA) say an increase in people going outdoors.
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