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Be Careful, Do Not Touch: Weekly Photo Challenge

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After photographing this little critter, I scanned the Internet to find out more about the caterpillar. What was not surprising to learn: their spiked hairs carry a skin irritant, and if one puts hands in mouth after touching, will be subjected to much pain and swelling. It seems, however, that despite the yellow and black coloring and spiked hairs, some humans still cannot resist picking them up.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Careful

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on 10/23/2015

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