Harmful Venom From Asp Caterpillar Likely Originated From Bacteria, but Could Provide Key in Delivering Lifesaving Drugs

Medicine & Technology Jul 11, 2023

A study on furry puss caterpillar has revealed that some of the toxins found in its venom came from bacteria. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Touch Me Not: Bizarre Caterpillar Found in North America Can Deliver a Powerful Sting That Can Damage Tissues

Nov 09, 2022

Experts warn the public to not touch the saddleback caterpillar as it delivers a powerful sting. Read the article to learn more about this bizarre-looking moth species.

Ohio Farm Armyworms Will No Longer Damage Your Fields and Lawn, Researchers Discover How to End Pests

Sep 28, 2021

Ohio researchers are producing their best efforts to find the solution that could end the pestilence brought by fall armyworms.

Highly Venomous Caterpillar: Potential for Medicine, Pest Control [Study]

Jun 25, 2021

A new study recently showed a highly venomous caterpillar, specifically, the one native to South East Queensland exhibits potential for use in medicines, as well as pest control.

Hairy Toxic Caterpillar Invades Virginia

Oct 08, 2020

Virginia officials have warned residents of an outbreak of puss caterpillar that can cause pain, fever, swelling, and vomiting.

Caterpillar Spreads and Threatens Agricultural Industry in China

Jun 29, 2019

Caterpillar Spodera trugiperada is now starting to ravage China's crops specifically the country's maizes. Upon its arrival in China last January, different parameters have been developing in order to control it including experimentation on its predators.