Don’t touch that! What to know about the itchy invasion of tussock moth caterpillars that are now back in the Lowcountry.

Panda ants have unique markings, but they are actually not related to panda bears or ants: they are a type of wasp!

These hairy insects can give you a rash if you touch them. The caterpillars are all over the city of Oviedo, and officials are urging residents to be cautious. While they do not sting, they can ...

“On my legs, on my backpack. I just hate it.” While the fuzzy insects are a nuisance to some, others find them cute, like biochemistry major Isabella Avellino, 19. “I think people are just ...

Despite their name and looks, velvet ants are actually wasps. Many of these delightfully fuzzy insects exhibit bright, contrasting shades of black with red, orange or white. Their bold bodies serve as ...

A live oak tussock moth caterpillar, captured at Mitchelville Freedom Park on Hilton Head Island.

These hairy insects can give you a rash if you touch them. You have likely seen tussock moth caterpillars around your home or at local parks in the past few weeks. Skip to main content ...