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- Terri Hall
- July 17, 2011
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4. The Hickory Tussock Moth Caterpillar is incredibly eye-catching, with their beautiful black and white hair. They are mostly are found on corn leaves, vegetable plants, shrubs and trees. A poison ivy-like rash often develops from contact with this caterpillar.
If you have the misfortune of being stung, you can use tape to remove some of the broken spines in the affected area. Follow by washing the area thoroughly with soap and water in order to remove some of the remaining venom. An ice pack may help to reduce pain and prevent swelling. In cases of severe reactions, eye stings or prolonged symptoms, see a doctor immediately.
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Terri Hall
Terri Hall lives in the Hudson Valley with her family. In addition to writing, Terri works with public television and radio stations/networks in the area of new media, and leads workshops on authentic and empowered living.
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113 comments
+ add your ownThank you Teri, for Sharing this!
I love caterpillars, but I admire from afar!
Lovely. Thanks.
Amazing, thank you!
Amazing, thank you!
Butterflies (what caterpillars turn into) are a sentinal species. They are extremely sensitive to environmental changes and tip off scientists early on that something is up with the environment.
Thanks for the article.
Interesting....
Totally in love with these fuzzy colourful guys, they give Lady Gaga a run for her money!
They are amazing, but have always kind of scared me, why I dont know. Thanks
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