The narrator, Coyote Peterson, discusses the Cicada Killer wasp, a species often misidentified as the Giant Hornet. He explains the wasp's biology, behavior, and unique characteristics, such as its large size, amber-colored wings, and potent venom. Despite its intimidating appearance, Coyote notes that the wasp is generally docile and only stings in self-defense. He decides to take a sting from the wasp to show that it's not as painful as expected, ranking it a 2 on the insect sting pain index. After being stung, Coyote experiences some swelling and burning, but the pain subsides quickly. He concludes that the Cicada Killer wasp is not something to be feared and encourages viewers to respect and appreciate these creatures.
1. The individual introducing themselves as Coyote Peterson is about to be stung by the cicada killer.
2. The cicada killer is one of the largest wasp species in the United States.
3. The cicada killer's sting is venomous and can cause pain.
4. The cicada killer is also known as the sand wasp.
5. The cicada killer's life cycle includes hunting cicadas in the treetops, stinging them, and carrying them to their underground burrows.
6. The cicada killer's burrows can be up to 20 inches in length and have multiple tunnels at the end.
7. The cicada killer is often misidentified as a giant hornet due to its large amber-colored wings.
8. The cicada killer has incredible eyesight and is primarily diurnal, meaning it is active during the day.
9. The cicada killer is considered a solitary sand wasp.
10. Despite its intimidating size and appearance, the cicada killer is docile and rarely interacts with humans.
11. The cicada killer is not a threat to humans and its sting is not as potent as it is often feared to be.