Locusts, despite having teeth, do not typically bite humans. Their primary purpose for having teeth is not for biting, but rather for chewing and consuming vegetation. Locusts are herbivorous insects, meaning they primarily feed on plants and crops.
In general, locusts pose no direct harm or danger to humans. They are more focused on feeding and reproducing, rather than seeking out humans as a source of food. Locusts tend to gather in large swarms, causing significant damage to crops and vegetation, but they do not intentionally target humans.
That being said, it is important to note that locusts may bite if they feel threatened or cornered. If someone were to, for example, forcefully grab or squeeze a locust, it may respond by biting in self-defense. However, such situations are rare and can usually be avoided by simply giving locusts the space they need.
It’s worth mentioning that the bite of a locust is not designed to cause harm to humans. Locusts do not possess venom or toxins, and their mandibles are not strong enough to cause significant damage. If a person were to accidentally get bitten by a locust, it would likely be a minor irritation rather than a serious injury.
In my personal experience, I have encountered locusts numerous times while spending time in rural areas or agricultural regions. While they can be quite abundant and swarm in large numbers, I have never been bitten by a locust. They typically fly away or hop off when approached, showing no interest in engaging with humans.
While locusts have teeth, they do not bite humans under normal circumstances. Their teeth are primarily used for chewing vegetation, and they are not equipped to cause harm to humans. It is important to respect and give space to these insects to avoid any potential defensive bites.