10. Locust Swarms Stop Armies in Africa
Throughout history, massive locust swarms have devastated crops and supplies across Africa, leading armies to withdraw due to famine and lack of resources. In several colonial and tribal conflicts, these natural events created spontaneous ceasefires and redirected priorities toward survival. For instance, during the 2003-2005 African locust outbreak, swarms invaded Cape Verde, the Canary Islands, southern Portugal, and Crete, causing significant agricultural damage and prompting international relief efforts. (en.wikipedia.org)
