The Lovebug is a
small black fly that is common in areas of South, Central and Gulf Coast North
America. The male and female Lovebugs are known for their large swarms
twice a year. Lovebugs will mate and remain attached for days, even in
flight, leading to their name. These bugs are unfortunately attracted to
vehicle exhaust, especially diesel exhaust, and end up in large numbers near
roads and highways. They are so numerous near highways they cover
windshields, body panels and even radiators leading to engine overheating in
extreme cases. In entomological terms, the name Lovebug lets you know it
is not a true bug. True bugs,
order Hemiptera, have a space between the name and the word bug, like Bed
bug. Ladybugs and Lovebugs are not true bugs, so have no space in the
name. The Disney movie of the same name is
based on the Volkswagen Beetle, but rules don't apply when describing a car.
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