Megalopyge opercularis is a moth of the family Megalopygidae. It has numerous common names, including southern flannel moth for its adult form, and puss caterpillar, asp, Italian asp, fire …

2023年7月13日 · The team revealed that the venom of asp caterpillars, also known as puss caterpillars, contains a special protein that can form into a ring shape and poke holes in cells. …

The best known flannel moth and stinging caterpillar in Texas is the southern flannel moth, or puss moth caterpillar, Megalopyge opercularis. In Texas these caterpillars are commonly …

2018年11月12日 · HOUSTON – Have you been seeing those furry-looking caterpillars around your area this year? They usually make their debut in July and stick around through …

Puss moth caterpillars (Megalopyge opercularis), of the order Lepidoptera, are also known as asps. They are one of the most toxic caterpillars in North America. Puss moth caterpillars are …

2023年7月11日 · Don't be fooled by the asp caterpillar's innocent look: Its fluffy coat conceals dagger-like spines with a painful venom that hospitalizes dozens of people in the U.S. every year.

Puss caterpillar or “asp”, Megalopyge opercularis (J. E. Smith) (Lepidoptera: Megalopygidae). Photo by Drees. Description: The caterpillars grow to about 1 inch long and are furry in …

2025年2月3日 · Puss caterpillars, Megalopyge opercularis, are also called asp caterpillars because of their potent stings. They are called puss caterpillars because their thick, fluffy …

Asp caterpillar venoms cause extreme pain, but nothing is known about their production, composition, or mode of action. This study reveals the anatomy of venom production and …