Urgent reminder! The venom is as strong as sulfuric acid, don't take pictures!

What should you do if a mosquito lands on you? Many people will subconsciously slap it, but there is one kind of insect that you should never do this to!

Slapping it can cause its venom to get on the skin, causing severe burns, dermatitis, redness, swelling, blisters and even ulcers. This insect is a rove beetle.

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How poisonous are rove beetles?

Paeder beetles can secrete venom with a pH value of 1-2, which is very corrosive and is called "flying sulfuric acid." If it lands on your body, the correct way is to blow it away gently or use other objects to drive it away.

How to identify rove beetles?

Rove beetles are slender and look like big ants. Their body length ranges from 3 mm to 3 cm. Their body is orange and black, and their tails often twist back and forth. Rove beetles have a wide distribution range and are phototactic. Woods, grasslands, farmlands, etc. may be their habitats.

What should I do if I get burned by a rove beetle?

The wound should be rinsed as soon as possible to wash away the venom and relieve the burning sensation. If the situation is serious, go to the hospital for anti-infection or anti-allergy treatment.

Source: CCTV Finance "Workplace Health Course"