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Experts suggest steering clear of this fuzzy venomous caterpillar, which is thriving this year

Experts advise against touching this venomous fuzzy caterpillar that's popping up in Georgia this time of year. Photo courtesy Associated Press

puss_caterpillar.max-1200x675.jpg — Experts advise against touching this venomous fuzzy caterpillar that's popping up in Georgia this time of year. Photo courtesy Associated Press

Joro spiders aren’t the only creepy crawlies settling into people's yards this season. Fluffy in appearance but harmful to the touch, puss caterpillars are on the move in Georgia.