Tag: Caterpillar
Processionary caterpillar: period, bite, photo, danger
Oak processionary caterpillars are present from spring (pine processionary caterpillars in winter). Stinging because of their hair, they are dangerous in the event of a bite. When should you be…
Where did the oak processionary caterpillar go? ‘Fighting costs something, but it is effective’
Because of the health nuisance, a lot of effort was put into prevention. For example, by spraying trees with bacteria and nematodes, which are small soil worms. “That cost a…
The caterpillar that wants to be as scary as a tarantula
We already knew La Fontaine’s frog who wanted to be as big as an ox. This time, it’s more about a caterpillar. Not quite happy with her condition either. And…
This caterpillar plays its whips from birth
Contrary to what its name suggests, the Siberian owl does not live only in Russia. It is also found in Korea, China and Indonesia. And it’s not a raptor. So,…
Barely born, this caterpillar is ready to play its whips
Contrary to what its name suggests, the Siberian owl does not live only in Russia. It is also found in Korea, China and Indonesia. And it’s not a raptor. So,…
Poisonous caterpillar found at preschool in Växjö – as deadly as a fly agaric
The caterpillar, which only lives around birches, is currently leaving the trees to pupate in the ground. It is during this period that it is dangerous for humans and animals.…
A caterpillar transformed into a zombie
Of course, zombies don’t exist. Obviously ? Of course, we have never seen a human being come back to life. But on the side of certain small beasts, the thing…
Paintball gun with attractants to fight itch caterpillar
Utrecht – Has the miracle method to combat the oak processionary caterpillar been found? Previous research has shown that mating of the oak procession butterflies can be limited and sometimes…
Processionary caterpillar: an invasion in Ile-de-France, how to get rid of it?
Processionary caterpillars, present in France, are developing at breakneck speed in Ile-de-France. We can even speak of a generalized invasion! If their size is not impressive, contact with them can…
Processionary caterpillar recognized as harmful to health
News Published on 05/03/2022 at 2:27 p.m., Reading 2 mins. A new decree published on Wednesday April 27 recognizes the processionary caterpillar as a species harmful to human health. Beware…