In May, you might notice white, cotton-like webs in the branches of trees in forests or green spaces. These are the nests of ...

Here's how to spot it and what to do if you accidentally come into contact with one.

Starting in May, white, cotton-like structures can occasionally be observed in trees. These are usually nests of the oak processionary moth. The caterpillars of this moth species are considered ...

Skin or eye irritation from the caterpillar's hairs can affect both people and animals.

The Netherlands is facing a significantly worse outbreak of the oak processionary caterpillar this year than in recent years, ...

The Garden, Cemetery and Forestry Office combats oak processionary moths (EPS for short) on urban trees due to the allergic reactions that occur on contact with the caterpillars' hairs. Since 2009, ...

The oak processionary moth caterpillar can cause breathing difficulties and skin rashes.

The oak processionary moth (OPM), an invasive species in northern Europe with caterpillars that are toxic to humans and other animals, expanded its range at an increased speed in the years following ...

Climate change means that the stinging caterpillars can now be found almost everywhere in France, after being confined to ...