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In spring you're likely to encounter Pine Processional Caterpillars. You might see their nests, which look like cotton candy / candy floss or you might see them on the move in a conga-line procession. (This photo is from a friend of mine who is walking in the south of Spain today).
You can find lots of information online about the Pine Processional Caterpillar:
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If you come across these things, move away. Their hairs can cause severe irritation and potentially serious reactions.
- Don't handle them, even with gloves.
- Don't step on them. You might transport hairs on your shoes which could touch someone's skin later.
- Don't hang around near them. When they moult, the hairs can float in the air.
The advice that I have found in case you develop a rash is as follows. (If anyone has better advice, please contribute)..
- Remove contaminated clothing. Wrap it in a plastic bag.
- Use sticky tape to pick up hairs that may be on your skin
- Wash the affected area with water
- Seek medical attention
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You can find lots of information online about the Pine Processional Caterpillar:
![wildsideholidays.co.uk](/community/proxy.php?image=https%3A%2F%2Fwildsideholidays.co.uk%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F10%2FUntitled-1.jpg&hash=1f14e9ae9fc32b8b4fa14b4b0b1d6db4&return_error=1)
Dangers of Pine Processionary Caterpillars - Wildside Holidays - Walking and Wildlife Holidays In Spain
The pine processionary caterpillar (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) Dangers of Pine Processionary Caterpillars whilst walking in pinewoods in Spain
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If you come across these things, move away. Their hairs can cause severe irritation and potentially serious reactions.
- Don't handle them, even with gloves.
- Don't step on them. You might transport hairs on your shoes which could touch someone's skin later.
- Don't hang around near them. When they moult, the hairs can float in the air.
The advice that I have found in case you develop a rash is as follows. (If anyone has better advice, please contribute)..
- Remove contaminated clothing. Wrap it in a plastic bag.
- Use sticky tape to pick up hairs that may be on your skin
- Wash the affected area with water
- Seek medical attention
![nt.gov.au](/community/proxy.php?image=https%3A%2F%2Fnt.gov.au%2F__data%2Fassets%2Fimage%2F0003%2F807384%2Fsocial-share-ntg.png&hash=57cd6c1611b7e45715cbf4eb5aae290b&return_error=1)
Itchy caterpillars: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for itchy caterpillar stings in the Northern Territory.
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