☠️ 1. Dangerous Pests to Avoid Touching
🐛 A. Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula)
- Origin: Asia, invasive in the US and Europe.
- What to Watch For: Black or gray body with vivid red underwings.
- Dangers:
- Leaves a sticky honeydew that attracts sooty mold.
- Can cause skin irritation and crop destruction.
- DO NOT TOUCH with bare hands; wear gloves and use a container to trap it.
🐞 B. Blister Beetles
- What to Watch For: Elongated body, soft wings, black or gray color.
- Dangers:
- Release cantharidin, a chemical that causes blisters on contact.
- What to Do:
- Use forceps or tweezers to remove them.
- Wash affected skin with soap and cold water if contact happens.
🐌 C. Slugs and Snails with Parasitic Risks
- What to Watch For: Shiny trails, often found under leaves or near soil.
- Dangers:
- May carry rat lungworm or salmonella.
- Method:
- Use gloves or beer traps to lure and remove.
- Use gloves or beer traps to lure and remove.
