People are being warned as toxic moths that can cause rashes and breathing difficulties are being reported across parts of the UK.
The oak processionary moth was first detected in Kew Gardens in South West London in 2006 after being imported on wood from Europe. Members of the public are being urged to report the invasive species while they are still moths.
They are described as having black heads and bodies covered in long hairs. These long hairs have proteins that can cause itchy rashes, itchy eyes and throat irritation, the Mirror reports.
