Aug 20, 2025 · The Asian Giant Hornet (Vespa mandarinia) holds the record as the largest wasp, growing up to 2.2 inches (5.5 cm) long with a wingspan of around 3 inches. Its size, power, …

The Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia), also known as the northern giant hornet, [2][3] and the Japanese giant hornet, [4][5] is the world's largest hornet. It is native to temperate and …

Dec 15, 2022 · The tarantula hawk wasp is the largest wasp in the world. These wasps belong to the genus of spider wasps, and their only purpose in life is to hunt tarantulas.

Aug 5, 2025 · The giant scoliid wasp (Megascolia procer) is one of the largest and most unique-looking wasps in the world. It has a black body with yellow markings, and its thorax is a distinct …

Sep 5, 2025 · The northern giant hornet is a species of Asian hornet, the largest known wasp species in the world. Sensationally dubbed the “murder hornet” by news media, the insect is …

Jul 4, 2020 · Giant Scoliid Wasps, also known as Megascolia procer, are solitary wasps that can be found around Indonesia, mostly on the islands of Java and Sumatra. These wasps have a …

Apr 5, 2025 · Let’s explore the twelve largest wasps on our planet, each with its own unique flair and sting power. From the fascinatingly fearsome to the playfully peculiar, these wasps are …

The largest wasp in the world is striking in its size, behavior, and the power of poison. According to official data, in Japan and China, 50 people die each year from the bite of a giant wasp.

The Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) is native to the mountains of Japan and can grow to be 5.5 cm (2.2 in) long, with a wingspan of approximately 7.6 cm (3 in). Its sting is about 0.6 …

The Asian giant hornet takes the title of the largest wasp in the world, with a body length of approximately 4cm, and a wingspan of up to 7cm. It also has a 6mm stinger, which enables …