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ID#:

6369

Caption:

This is an anterior view of a saddleback caterpillar, Sibine stimulae, an urticating, or hive-producing caterpillar. When one comes into physical contact with this caterpillar’s spines, a severe, painful burning sensation is produced, as well as a dermatitic reaction, hence the reference to urtication.

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Content Provider(s):

CDC/ Dr. Darsie

Creation Date:

1972

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Categories:

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