The Truth Behind the Venomous Discovery

I didn’t waste a second. I called pest control immediately, explaining what I’d found. They arrived wearing gloves and masks, confirming it was indeed Lonomia skin. Even the shed skin, they warned, can irritate the skin or lungs if touched or inhaled.

They inspected every inch of my car — under the seats, inside the vents, even the upholstery — to make sure no live caterpillars were hiding. Luckily, the car was clear. But the experience shook me deeply.

Standing in my driveway afterward, I realized something important: the places we think are safest can hide real danger.

Since then, I’ve changed how I handle everything — gloves in the car, no bare hands when cleaning, and always a second look before I touch anything unfamiliar.

That creepy little find taught me a big lesson: sometimes, danger doesn’t roar or hiss — it just waits quietly beneath your seat.