JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Springtime in North Florida has made one hairy critter a common site in yards around Jacksonville. They sure are fuzzy and little, but experts say if you see a Tussock Moth ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Department of Agriculture is seeking the public's help to destroy an invasive species that looks like spongy mud and is ...

Have you noticed a heavier population of furry, red-headed caterpillars in the Lowcountry recently? Although not quite at their peak hatching season, people are starting to notice, and feel, the ...

A white tussock moth caterpillar in Corner Brook resident Mark Grady's garden on Aug. 11. (Submitted by Kenny Grady) Fuzzy caterpillars with orange and white backs flourished in the Humber Valley ...

HOUSTON – Springtime in Houston brings not only allergies and rainy weather, but also an abundance of insects and bugs that make their way into our homes, patios, and sidewalks. One particular ...

Strange and exotic animals have always captured the imagination of people worldwide. But when a photo of an unusual, fluffy moth began circulating online in 2009, many experts were skeptical that it ...

Is that tiny piece of fuzz moving? Floridians, brace yourself — it's the return of the tussock moth caterpillar. These hairy critters are lurking around common outdoor hangouts, such as local parks, ...

Caterpillars look cute, like little fuzzy toys. But an up-close look at their “fur” will reveal that many species have spines at the tips of their hairs. When an animal brushes against the caterpillar ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Springtime ushers in an influx of an infamous Florida pest. They appear to be everywhere, but be careful not to touch them. It’s that time of year when spiny white and yellow ...