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Costa Rica’s Iconic Beetle Is Disappearing

Costa Rica’s famous May beetles—those buzzing bugs that signal the rainy season—are vanishing fast. Their numbers have dropped by a jaw-dropping 95% in just 40 years! Scientists blame hotter temps, more cities, and heavy pesticide use. Losing these beetles isn’t just sad for nostalgia—it’s a red flag for the whole planet, since insects keep our ecosystems running. Lawmakers are pushing for a pesticide ban, but will it be enough to save them? #Biodiversity #InsectDecline #CostaRica #EcoAlert #SaveTheBeetles #Science