Summary
Dasymutilla magnifica, commonly known as the velvet ant, is not actually an ant but a species of wingless wasp. It is found in various regions of North America. The females are known for their striking appearance, with a dense covering of bright red or orange-black velvet-like hairs on their bodies. They possess a potent sting, making them one of the few insects that can cause pain to humans.
Tags
harmful
venomous
bite
garden pest
crop pest
pest
sting