Nairobi flies are causing disease in Sikkim

Subject: Environment

It is also called Kenyan flies or dragon bugs, are small, beetle-like insects that belong to two species, Paederus eximius and Paederus sabaeus.
Native to East Africa. Like most insects, the beetles are attracted by bright light. thrive in areas with high rainfall
the insects attack pests that consume crops and are beneficial for humans — but at times, they come in contact with humans directly are cause harm.
Health officials say these flies do not bite, but if disturbed while sitting on anyone’s skin, they release a potent acidic substance pederin, that causes burns.
Outside Africa, outbreaks have happened in India, Japan, Israel, and Paraguay in the past.