They were sitting on a bench and scanning the area when they noticed an oddly shaped, small animal that was only barely covered in fur. It appeared to be a small harmless insect, so the kids were drawn to touch it.
In addition to her other two children, Leslie Howe brought her newborn to Gwinnett County Park. On this sunny day, the young mother and her children decided to make the most of the pleasant weather.
But out of maternal instinct, Leslie didn’t let her kids touch the strange creature.
This was a wise decision because it took some time for people to realize how dangerous and unusual this creature actually is. Leslie unwittingly saved her children from a potentially harmful bite.
It was revealed to be a “pus worm. Because it secretes venom and can cause severe pain even when touched, this species is distinct from others.
Due to the severe nausea and profuse sweating that are brought on by this caterpillar’s bite, it is dangerous.
Extreme caution should be used when walking outside, especially in parks or other green spaces. If you come across one of these caterpillars, keep your distance from it and don’t let kids handle it. This insect’s bite can have serious repercussions, especially in young children.
The most toxic caterpillar in the U.S., the furry pus caterpillar, has been causing severe agony in young children from Florida to North Carolina, according to press reports.
The insect has been petted by some people, but caterpillars that fell from trees and hit other people have hurt them.
Please spread the word about this caution to as many people as you can. Being cautious is preferable to endangering the health of our kids.
