Unusual Swarm of Bugs Intrigues Beachgoers at Myrtle Beach, SC

By HERE News Network

Myrtle Beach, SC – The tranquil shores of Myrtle Beach, typically known for its sparkling waters and sun-drenched sands, witnessed an unusual sight recently. A mystifying swarm of winged bugs were observed in the Garden City area, much to the surprise and intrigue of local beachgoers.

Sighting of Winged Bugs Report – What Were They?

Michelle Forbes-Gladhill, a local resident, posted a video capturing this peculiar event in a Murrells Inlet Facebook group. She revealed that despite frequenting the Garden City Beach weekly for the past five years, this was the first time she had witnessed such a spectacle. The video shows a cluster of bugs sporting wings, triggering curiosity among local residents about their identity.

A spokesperson from Beach Pest Services, upon viewing the video, stated, “It definitely looks like ant swarmers of some kind. Nothing harmful though from what I can see“.

Speculated To Be Ant Swarmers

Ant swarmers, also known as alates, are typically male and female ants that have developed wings. Their appearance is part of a natural life cycle event where they swarm to mate and establish new colonies. Thanks to their wings, these alates can often get caught up in the wind and travel vast distances, explaining their presence on the beach.

Experts Rule Out Other Possibilities

Initial speculations revolved around the bugs being either love bugs or termites. However, closer inspection suggested that these bugs lacked the distinctive red spot present on love bugs. Moreover, the wings of these beach bugs appeared to be shorter than those seen in Formosan Subterranean Termites, often known as “super termites”. The spokesperson from Beach Pest Services was quick to dismiss these possibilities.

Conclusion

While extraordinary, such instances of bug swarming are not uncommon and pose no harm to humans. Barring the unusual location of the swarm, occurrences such as these are part of the natural life cycle of these insects. Beachgoers are advised to enjoy their beach visits as usual, with a new story to tell perhaps, about the day Myrtle Beach was visited by a mysterious swarm of bugs.

Note: This article is provided by HERE News Network for informational purposes only. More information on the bug identification and their activities is awaited and will be published as and when available.