Londoners warned against dangers of processionary moths
Oak Processionary Moths are described as "pests", carry the risk of health problems as should not be touched "under any circumstances". Image: Environment Agency Londoners are being warned on the dangers of coming into contact with a type of pest caterpillar scientists say carries health risks to humans. Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) caterpillars are considered a pest by the government's Forestry Commission (FC) who today (Monday, April 19) urged Londoners not to touch them "under any circumstances". The FC said that late spring to midsummer i.e. May, June and July was the "greatest risk...
Source: yourlocalguardian.co.uk