Asian Giant Hornet (Vespa mandarinia)

The Asian Giant Hornet, Vespa mandarinia, is a formidable insect known for its impressive size and potent venom. Its habitat ranges from low mountains to forests in temperate and tropical East Asia, South Asia, Mainland Southeast Asia, and parts of the Russian Far East. This hornet species occupies spaces near rotted pine roots and pre-existing tunnels dug by rodents. Physically, it boasts a light orange head, brown antennae with a yellow-orange base, and dark brown to black eyes and ocelli. Its stinger can inject a large amount of venom, making it a force to be reckoned with. The Asian Giant Hornet's diet consists of larger insects, tree sap, and honey from honey bee colonies. Illustrations of this fascinating creature can be found on this page in various formats such as PNG, SVG, and AI.