Locusts, as a creature that is widespread across the globe, have been the subject of debate about whether they are beneficial or pests. Here, I will state my view that locusts are not absolute beneficial or pests, but depend on a variety of factors such as the environment and human activities.
First of all, we need to be clear that locusts do have some impact on ecosystems in some cases. For example, some locust species are the main pollinators of certain plants, especially in grassland ecosystems that rely on insect pollination. In addition, the droppings of some locusts are also important fertilizers for the soil**. However, this does not mean that locusts are beneficial in all cases. When locusts are too numerous and their population densities are too high, they can cause damage to the local vegetation and soil environment. Their feeding in large quantities can lead to grassland degradation, soil impoverishment, and may even trigger large-scale ecological disasters.
On the other hand, the relationship between locusts and human society is also complex. Many locust species are part of the human diet**, especially in many developing countries, where locusts are killed to supplement food. However, if locusts are too numerous, or if people overkill them, it can also lead to problems such as food shortages and malnutrition. In addition, the migration of locusts can also pose a threat to human settlements and farmland.
Therefore, I do not think that whether locusts are beneficial or pests is not a simple question of right and wrong. It depends on many factors, including the species and number of locusts, ecological environment, human activities, etc. We need to understand the ecological behavior of locusts and their relationship with human society more scientifically, so as to better manage and utilize locust resources and protect the ecological environment and the sustainable development of human society.
In short, locusts are not simply beneficial or pests, but depend on a combination of factors. We need to take a more holistic view of the role of locusts in ecosystems and their relationship with human society, so as to better manage and utilize locust resources and achieve harmonious ecological and social development.