Caterpillars are appealing to young children because they are fuzzy and furry. However, looks can be very deceiving. The White Hickory Tussock Moth Caterpillar is new to Ohio and Pennsylvania. Most people do not realize how dangerous these caterpillars are. If you see a caterpillar that is white and black, then you should not pick it up.
A little boy picked up one of these caterpillars. He also let it crawl all over his hand. A few minutes later, the boy's dad noticed that his son had a red rash all over his neck and face.
The caterpillar has poison glands. When the caterpillar is provoked, it excretes venom. This venom can trigger an allergic reaction in some people. The good news is that ice and lotion can treat the allergic reaction.
A little boy picked up one of these caterpillars. He also let it crawl all over his hand. A few minutes later, the boy's dad noticed that his son had a red rash all over his neck and face.
The caterpillar has poison glands. When the caterpillar is provoked, it excretes venom. This venom can trigger an allergic reaction in some people. The good news is that ice and lotion can treat the allergic reaction.