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Look, but don’t touch! This caterpillar is one of the most venomous in the U.S., and it lives in Texas
Read full article: Look, but don’t touch! This caterpillar is one of the most venomous in the U.S., and it lives in TexasTEXAS – It’s hairy, it may be cute, but trust us when we say you don’t want to go anywhere near it. One of the most venomous caterpillars in the nation has been spotted in Virginia earlier this week, according to a recent CNN report, and in case you weren’t aware, they are already commonly found in the state of Texas. Puss caterpillars won’t jump out and bite you if you see them out and about at Texas parks or in wooded areas; however, it’s their thick, furry coat that you’ll need to worry about. The caterpillar’s coat has venomous hairs that stick to skin when it comes in contact, causing a very unpleasant reaction. To learn more about these caterpillars, visit Texas A&M’s website here.