It is found along the east coast of the United States, and as far inland as Oklahoma.

There is one generation per year in the north, two or more in the south.

The caterpillars produce a venom delivered through hollow urticating hairs that can penetrate the skin.

This venom can cause pain, a burning sensation, lymphadenopathy, headache and inflammatory dermatitis.

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