What Is the Purpose of Those Irritating Love Bugs? I remember the first time I experienced some of the most irritating species I have ever run across. I had never seen them in Mississippi, nor during my time in Alabama, even though they were there, apparently. I would later find out they were called Love Bugs. But believe me, there is absolutely nothing to love about them. If you have been in Louisiana for any time now, you have had your encounters with the infamous insects. They love to hang around the hood of your vehicle, which I am inclined to believe is their kryptonite. I have had to almost do a run-and-dash to get in my car to make sure none of them get in my car before me.