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MOTHER OF GOD! Terrifying pest in the forest near Istok, video of the column causes chills, can be VERY DANGEROUS for people
A dangerous insect has been recorded in the forests near Istok in Kosovo and Metohija!
TL;DR
- A large column of caterpillars, identified as pine processionary moths, was spotted in forests near Istok, Kosovo.
- These insects are considered very dangerous pests that feed on pine needles and can hinder tree growth.
- The caterpillars have toxic hairs containing the poison thaumatopoein, which can cause dermatitis in humans and serious inflammation or necrosis in pets.
- Climate change and rising temperatures are facilitating the spread of this insect, allowing for more generations and favorable hatching conditions.
- Pine processionary moths have been appearing in Kosovo and Metohija over the last 15 years and are active in late winter and early spring.
- They move in processions and are dangerous due to their toxic hairs, which can cause allergic reactions.
- Environmental expert Abdullah Dika stated that climate change has improved the insect's life cycle, leading to its increased proliferation.