During visits to African mothers with infants of the Xhosa tribe in the townships, as we provide health services, it is not uncommon to witness the persistent presence of pesky flies buzzing around the delicate faces of the babies nestled on their mothers’ backs.
Why, Lord, are these disease-causing insects in such abundance? They are everywhere: on the food, dogs, cats, cattle, horses, and latrines. Not a place in this country without flies!
(Even Antarctica has the Belgica Midge wingless fly!)
Today, I will explain a little about flies: (YUK!)
I dislike flies however important they are for the eco system. I find it terrible when it lands on food. I did not know about the microbes it releases with its legs.
Flies are an essential group of pollinators, as many plants rely on them for reproduction.
A great point that all life has their unique value as contributing members to the ecosystem. The natural world always lives in such a delicate balance. Very informative piece, Freda. :)
