Buck moth caterpillars produce a painful, burning sting when touched. The irritation is caused by venom released from the caterpillars spines which puncture the skin and let the venom enter ...

Buck moth caterpillars specifically also have glands at the base of their stinging hairs that releases a toxin when they're broken off, according to the University of Florida's Institute of Food ...

NEW ORLEANS — The stinging buck moth caterpillars are back. Dozens have been spotted at a restaurant in Mid-City New Orleans. That's where Lisa Black was eating after flying in from Philadelphia ...

Spring is back and brings the stinging caterpillar with it. The LSU College of Agriculture shares tips on how to relieve a pain familiar to many Louisiana residents.

Welts from a buck moth caterpillar sting can be visible for a few days after, according to LSU. Read more information about stinging caterpillars and what to do if you're stung here.

It's the worst time of the year in New Orleans -- stinging caterpillars are back. According to the LSU AgCenter, buck moth caterpillars become a problem in the spring in Louisiana due to their ...

It's the worst time of the year in New Orleans -- stinging caterpillars are back. According to the LSU AgCenter, buck moth caterpillars become a problem in the spring in Louisiana due to their ...

Other stinging species found in Texas include buck moth caterpillars, io moth caterpillars, hag moths and saddleback caterpillars. Brown said the species are not considered invasive and usually ...

LAFAYETTE, La. - March through May marks not only the beginning of spring, but also the start of a more bothersome season for many residents: the stinging caterpillar.