Report oak processionary moth infestation
The poisonous hairs of the oak processionary caterpillars can lead to allergic reactions. We can advise you in the event of a tree infestation in the urban area.
Description
The oak processionary moth is a butterfly. Its caterpillars prefer to infest oak trees and have hairs containing the nettle toxin thaumetopoein. In humans, this can cause allergic reactions to the skin, eyes and airways as well as bronchitis, asthma and allergic shock reactions. From June, the caterpillars pupate in webs. Old larval skins remain in the nests after moulting and therefore pose a long-term risk to human health.
Anyone who sees oak processionary moth infestations in the Munich city area can report this to the health department. We will be happy to advise you.
Questions & Answers
Owners or authorised users of properties and areas where infestations occur are encouraged to have suitable control measures carried out, preferably by specialist companies. The Health Department is available to advise private property owners.
The costs incurred are to be borne by the owner.
Legal basis
State Criminal and Ordinance Act (general hazard prevention)
Gesundheitsreferat
Geschäftsbereich Recht und Kreisverwaltungsaufgaben
Abteilung Kreisverwaltungsaufgaben
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Phone
Postal address
Landeshauptstadt München
Gesundheitsreferat
Geschäftsbereich Recht und Kreisverwaltungsaufgaben
Abteilung Kreisverwaltungsaufgaben
Schwanthalerstraße 69
80336 München
Fax: +49 89 233-66953
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Schwanthalerstraße 69
80336 München