FALMOUTH (WGME) — Maine wildlife and health experts say that the browntail moth infestation plaguing sections of the state is the worst active infestation in the world, and the largest one since 1915. The browntail moth, known for it’s poisonous hairs and ability to consume foilage and vegatation, has been a major problem in the Cumberland and Falmouth area for the past two years according to experts. “It has the highest concentration here.. but it’s not just here.

Source: WGME