Tag: Processionary
15 things to know to protect yourself from processionary caterpillars
Processionary caterpillars are insects that move in single file, in a procession, hence their name. You will easily recognize them if you come across them. Their very stinging hairs can…
Here is the map of the towns where processionary caterpillars are reported
These caterpillars can pose a risk to humans and animals. These maps reveal the affected localities. If nature is full of surprises, they are not all pleasant. There are plants…
Here is the map of the municipalities where the processionary caterpillars are found – already many red zones
These caterpillars can pose a risk to humans and animals. These maps reveal the affected localities. If nature is full of surprises, they are not all pleasant. There are plants…
Processionary caterpillars: symptoms, bite, what to do?
Very stinging because of their hair, processionary caterpillars are dangerous for humans and animals. How to recognize a bite? What to do ? In case of nest? What dangers? Photos…
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…
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…
Autumn processionary caterpillar: the FAO maintains its alert system
It is a scourge that appeared in 2016 on African soil. The autumn processionary caterpillar, which wreaks havoc in crops and in particular those of maize, now affects all continents.…
Oak processionary caterpillar probably shows up earlier due to the mild month of March
UTRECHT – The weather this month is mild and mild, and that plays into the hands of the dreaded oak processionary caterpillar. If the weather continues like this, the first…