Deadly and venomous Lonomia caterpillars are more than the two usual suspects
C. Gonzalez, L. Ballesteros-Mejia, J. M. Diaz-Diaz, D. M. Toro-Vargas, A. Amarillo-Suarez, D. Gey, C. M. Leon-Ramos, M. Arias, E. Tovar, N. Rivera, L. S. Buitrago, R. H. Pinto-Moraes, I. S. Sano Martins, T. Decaëns, M. A. Gonzalez, , R. Rougerie
The paper reevaluates the taxonomy and venom risks of Lonomia caterpillars, identifying 60 species and seven potentially dangerous ones, urging further research on venom diversity and treatment strategies.
bioRxiv · Sep 6, 2022Ecology