The insect you are referring to is likely the "iphuphu" in Zulu, which translates to "caterpillar" in English. Caterpillars are the larval stage of moths and butterflies, characterized by their elongated bodies, many legs, and often hairy or spiky appearances. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem as herbivores and as a food source for various predators. Some species can be harmful to plants, while others are essential for pollination as they transform into adult butterflies or moths.
A tree asp insect, also known as a puss caterpillar, looks like a small, fluffy, yellowish or greenish insect with spiky hairs that can cause a painful sting when touched. It resembles a fuzzy ball of hair and can be found in trees and shrubs.
Wasps sting and they have no hair
I think the better question is: why do you have tree sap in your hair?
Caterpillars, some beetles.
wasp
head lice
Wasp?
The outer covering of an insect is called the exoskeleton.
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A wasp
No, it is an insect. Mammals have hair and nurse their young.
Tree braids are a protective style. If they are done like they are supposed to be then they should not pull your hair out. If you have them in your hair for a while then when you take them out you will see quite a bit of hair only because your hair has not been able to shed.