caterpillars

  • Thailand NewsBanana leaf caterpillars bring flavour to Phayao province

    Banana leaf caterpillars bring flavour to Phayao province

    The rural community of Pa Fang, located in Huai Kaeo, Phu Kham Yao, Phayao province, has a unique culinary tradition involving banana leaf caterpillars. Residents often venture into the banana groves at the edge of the village to gather these caterpillars, known for their high protein content and distinctive taste. The caterpillars, which are the larvae of banana leaf-rolling moths,…

  • Environment NewsCaterpillars chomp through 150-rai lotus pond in record time

    Caterpillars chomp through 150-rai lotus pond in record time

    Millions of caterpillars devoured a 150-rai (approximately 60 hectares) lotus pond at Bueng Phra in Chokchai District, Nakhon Ratchasima, within two weeks. Experts identified the culprit as the Nhon Bung caterpillar, a type of moth larvae that prey on lotus plants. What was once a picturesque lotus pond, brimming with vibrant pink blossoms just two months ago, has now turned…

  • Thailand NewsLaem Phromthep’s sunset threatened by caterpillars (video)

    Laem Phromthep’s sunset threatened by caterpillars (video)

    Laem Phromthep, a popular sunset viewpoint in Phuket known for its iconic Palmyra palm trees, is under threat due to an infestation of black-headed caterpillars. The local governor, Sophon Suwannarat, observed this alarming situation during a recent visit to the cape. He attributed the sudden surge in the caterpillar population to the uncharacteristically prolonged dry spell in the past few…