Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "The giant Asian hornet is the largest hornet in the world and one of the most powerful insect predators. Native to East and Southeast Asia, it can reach up to 5 cm in length, with massive mandibles used to hunt other insects. It mainly targets bees, especially honeybee colonies. A small group of these hornets can wipe out an entire hive in a short time by decapitating bees and carrying the thoraxes back to feed their larvae. Its sting delivers a large amount

Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "The tarantula hawk is a large, metallic-blue wasp known for its bright orange wings and powerful presence. Despite its intimidating look, it feeds on nectar and plays a role as a pollinator. Its name comes from its unique life cycle: the female locates a tarantula, temporarily paralyzes it with a precise sting, and uses it as a living nursery for her larva. The larva then develops safely with a fresh food source. The tarantula hawk’s sting is considered one o

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