I keep seeing posts saying the love bugs (러브버그) are expected to come back around late June again this year, especially around Seoul.

I haven’t experienced it personally yet, but apparently it gets really bad near mountains, parks, the Han River, and areas with lots of lights at night.
People say they stick to black clothes, fly into your face while hiking, and basically turn summer walks into survival mode 💀

What makes it funnier is that they’re called “love bugs” because they usually fly around attached to each other lol.

From what I read:

• they don’t bite
• they’re harmless to humans
• but the sheer number of them is what freaks everyone out

I’m honestly curious if this year will be as bad as last summer.
For people living in Seoul — when does it usually peak? And are there certain areas that are noticeably worse than others?

Also… are hikes in late June basically impossible because of them? 😅