Saturday, February 1, 2014

Best of Mike #238

The Bearded Fireworm is a slow creature.... not considered a threat to humans unless touched.

They are kind of remind you of a fuzzy caterpillar.

But definitely no fun to touch. 

The white bristles, along the side of their body, when flared.... can penetrate human skin.

Injecting a powerful neurotoxin.... that produces an intense irritation and a painful burning sensation.

This sting can also lead to nausea and dizziness. 

The sensation lasts up to a few hours.... but a painful tingling can continue beyond that, at the area of contact.

Applying a removing adhesive tape will help to remove the spines.... applying alcohol will also help alleviate the pain.

I said applying.... not drinking.

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