It’s almost akin to getting hit by a jellyfish.
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Spiky, greencaterpillarswith painful stings have been popping up in the eastern United States.
With their distinct, saddle-like markings, saddleback caterpillars are quite the sight.
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“You know it as soon as you get hit.
It’s almost akin to getting hit by ajellyfish,” Tillotson told the local news outlet.
Saddleback caterpillars are the larva of a species of moth belonging to the family Limacodidae.
Usually less than one inch in size, they are primarily green and brown at both ends.
They can be easily identified by a large white-ringed brown dot that resembles a saddle.
The site of contact will likely redden and swell like a bee sting.
More severe reactions are possible though unlikely.
Next apply ice packs to reduce the stinging sensation and slather on a paste of baking soda and water.
Fortunately, saddleback caterpillars are most active in the summer months, so they should start disappearing soon.
Be careful out there, yall!
