In 2014, we collected this post from Facebook: This little critter is called an ASP. Believe it's a caterpillar. KILL IF YOU COME ACROSS ONE. THESE ARE PAINFUL WHEN YOU ARE STUNG BY ONE, WILL SEND YOU ...

Ever heard of the Southern flannel moth (Megalopyge opercularis)? It has a distinctive look—so if you ever run into one, you definitely won’t be able to miss it. Its larval form is unique too, and it ...

The FINANCIAL — VDOF’s forest health team has received reports of the puss caterpillar in a few eastern Virginia counties. The “hairs” of this caterpillar are actually venomous spines that cause a ...

Asp caterpillars (Megalopyge opercularis) are native to North America. They have long bristles, and are often found in elm or oak trees. Their bristles conceal spines, which can cause extremely ...

Houston authorities are warning parents about asp caterpillars The friendly-looking caterpillar is venomous Its spikes can cause severe allergic reactions Megalopyge opercularis, commonly known as ...

Puss moth caterpillars, also known as "asps," are becoming abundant in Texas and pose a significant health hazard due to their venomous sting. Contact with the caterpillar's concealed spines causes ...

A Texas hospital's attempts to deter birds have accidentally created a haven for North American's most venomous caterpillar species, whose painful sting has been compared to breaking a bone. Nets were ...

Asp caterpillars or Megalopyge opercularis have a ton of nicknames. These creatures hail from North America and are known for their fuzzy appearance. Despite their furry, cuddly looks, they are ...

At first look, these fuzzy-looking creatures almost look friendly — but Houstonians should keep their distance. Here's everything to know about the stinging asp caterpillars being spotted around ...

The puss caterpillar, found in the Americas, appears harmless with its fluffy exterior but harbors venomous spines beneath. Its sting causes intense pain, swelling, and potential systemic effects.