An old name for this insect is a "Cow Killer" ant; some folks call it a Velvet ant. But, it's actually a wasp that packs a painful sting.
Some Call It a Velvet Ant - But It's Really a Wasp!
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An old name for this insect is a "Cow Killer" ant; some folks call it a Velvet ant. But, it's actually a wasp that packs a painful sting.