A table of poisonous insects in West Virginia:

Scientific Name	Common Name	Symptoms	Treatment
Latrodectus mactans	Black widow	Severe pain, muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, headache, and sweating	Seek medical attention immediately.
Steatoda grossa	Brown recluse	Pain, redness, and swelling at the bite site, which may progress to a black ulcer	Seek medical attention if symptoms are severe.
Amblyomma americanum	Lone star tick	Rash, fever, headache, and nausea	Seek medical attention if you develop a rash or other symptoms after being bitten.
Paederus dermatitis	Firebug	Painful rash, blisters, and inflammation	Wash the affected area with soap and water and apply a cold compress.
Megalopyge opercularis	Puss caterpillar	Severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and headache	Seek medical attention immediately.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of poisonous insects in West Virginia. If you are unsure whether an insect is poisonous, it is best to err on the side of caution and avoid it.

If you think you or someone you have been bitten by a poisonous insect, please seek medical attention immediately. The sooner you receive treatment, the less likely you are to experience serious complications.