brown-tail moth

• Espécie de mariposa (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) cujas lagartas têm pelos urticantes que podem causar irritação na pele e problemas respiratórios; é considerada praga em várias regiões.

A species of moth (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) whose caterpillars are covered in irritating hairs that can cause skin rashes and respiratory issues. It is considered a pest in many regions.

1. Invasive pest speciesC2formal

   A type of moth (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) whose caterpillars are covered in irritating hairs that can cause skin rashes and respiratory issues.

   Espécie invasora praga

   • The brown-tail moth caterpillar has hairs that can cause severe dermatitis.
   • Infestations of the brown-tail moth have been reported in coastal areas.
   • Local authorities are monitoring the spread of the brown-tail moth.