Leslie Howe took her infant and two other kids to Gwinnett County Park. The young mother and her kids made the decision to take advantage of the beautiful day.
They observed a small, odd creature after taking a seat on a bench that was entirely covered with easily-coverable fur.
The kids wanted to touch it since it appeared to be a tiny, non-threatening insect.
Leslie refrained from allowing her kids to touch the unusual creature, though, out of maternal instinct.
I was late to learn what this unusual monster truly is and how harmful it can be, so this turned out to be a really sensible decision. Leslie unknowingly protected her children from a dangerous bite.
It turned out to be a “pus caterpillar.” This species is unique because, in contrast to normal caterpillars, it secretes venom and can inflict severe pain even upon contact. It is dangerous if this caterpillar bites someone since it results in severe nausea and excessive sweating.
When walking outside, especially in parks or other areas with a lot of vegetation, exercise extreme caution. If you come across one of these caterpillars, keep your distance from it, and don’t let kids handle it. The bite of this insect can have serious consequences, especially for young children.
According to press reports, young children from Florida to North Carolina are describing severe agony after getting into contact with the furry pus caterpillar, the most toxic caterpillar in the U.S. Some people have petted the insect, but others have been hurt when caterpillars dropped from trees onto them.
To get this warning to as many people as possible, kindly share it. Being cautious is preferable to endangering our kids’ health.
You can view a video of Leslie’s story below: