Beware of stinging Buckmoth caterpillars in New Orleans. Friends and neighbors have warned us to look out for these caterpillars on sidewalks. They said the caterpillars fall from trees, especially oaks, and are easy to step on if you are barefoot.
The Buckmoth caterpillars sting people and animals.
buckmoth caterpillar via earthwatch2.org
If you get stung …
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