Deer keds, a type of biting fly found across various continents, exhibit a unique survival strategy. These insects typically target deer but are also known to bite humans and other mammals.
According to a study, once deer keds land on a host, they permanently shed their wings, sacrificing their ability to fly. This adaptation allows them to secure a host for survival.
The findings shed light on the extreme measures some species take in the animal kingdom to ensure their continued existence.