Dad and I decided to start a series of caches dedicated to the “dangers of the guardrails” Many times we all like to rush to get the find and during this excitement we usually for get to look before you grab, we would like through this series to create awareness of the local wildlife that usually make their home on or near the cache that is hidden within the rail.
The io moth caterpillar is completely covered in venomous spines as a form of self-defense against potential predators. This is bad news for humans, who can experience severe inflammation after coming into contact with these caterpillars. The spines can break off and embed themselves in the skin, causing prolonged irritation until the barb is removed.
The io moth caterpillar has fairly large venom sacs compared to other venomous caterpillars, making it a dangerous pest.
