Boasting the world’s 2nd most painful sting, the Tarantula Hawk also happens to be the largest species of wasp in North America! | Coyote Peterson

"A female tarantula hawk (identified as such by her large size and curled antennae) feeds on a rush milkweed flower outside the Valley of Fire visitor center." - Valley of Fire State Park | The National Desk - TND

What happens when a tarantula meets its worst predator — a tarantula hawk. | Business Insider

Arachnophobia warning: if spiders or large insects make you uncomfortable, proceed with caution! Check out this incredible video of a tarantula hawk dragging a paralyzed tarantula into a burrow. The tarantula hawk is a wasp species that preys on tarantulas, paralyzing them with a powerful sting to feed them to their young. Thank you to Dani Christensen for capturing this amazing moment at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve! As tarantula season begins in September and October, you may notice these