‘Nairobi fly’ starts to bother with the rainy season, precautions needed Nairobi fly infection is increasing in the Terai of Nepal and the northeastern regions of India. This insect chemical causes serious skin problems. It has been suggested to keep the house clean and use protective clothing to avoid infection. With the onset of the rains, skin disease caused by an insect called ‘Pederus beetle’ called Nairobi fly has started to increase in the Terai of Nepal and the northeastern regions of India. Its impact is especially visible in Koshi Pradesh, Madhes, Sudurpaschim of Nepal and some areas of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Assam of India. Although this insect itself does not appear harmful, the chemical called ‘pederin’ that it releases after settling on human skin causes serious skin problems. Symptoms of infection can range from simple allergies to severe skin irritation, wounds and secondary infections. What is a Nairobi fly? The Nairobi fly is a small, reddish-black insect belon...
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