Hairy caterpillars known as the Processionary Oak Caterpillar are causing concern in Surrey.

The caterpillars have hairs which contain a protein that causes itchy skin rashes, eye / throat irritations and breathing difficulties and can be harmful to humans and animals.

BBC Surrey covered this story on their breakfast show which gives some great advise if you find these caterpillars.

We have provided a video below so that residents know what this caterpillar looks like. The podcast below is useful so residents know what to do should they encounter the Processionary Oak Caterpillar.