#40: Comparing the Size of Notorious Murder Hornets
The Asian Giant Hornet, ominously dubbed the ‘Murder Hornet,’ commands attention with its formidable size, reaching up to two inches in length and capable of flying at 25 miles per hour. In regions like Japan, where these hornets are prevalent, their stings contribute to approximately 50 deaths annually.
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Though not inherently aggressive, they fiercely defend their territory, and encounters with humans can result in painful stings. Survivors describe the sensation as akin to enduring hours of stabbing with a heated metal pin, highlighting the potency of the venom delivered by these imposing insects.