CICADA KILLER CAUGHT!... Return of the Sting?

TL;DR

Coyote Peterson comes out of sting retirement to prove that the cicada killer is not the feared murder hornet.

Transcript

(dynamic music) - I know why you clicked on this video. And you know that Brave Wilderness almost never clickbaits, especially when it comes to Coyote Peterson putting himself in a world of pain for science, education, and good old fashioned entertainment. But you're probably also saying to yourselves, wait a minute, I thought this guy retired from... Read More

Key Insights

• 💻 Coyote Peterson is known for putting himself in uncomfortable situations for educational purposes.
• ❓ The cicada killer is often mistaken for the murder hornet due to its size and appearance.
• 🇺🇸 The cicada killer is a native species and has been in the United States for a long time.
• ❓ Coyote's intention is to debunk the myth that the cicada killer is a dangerous insect.
• 🪆 The crew captures the cicada killer and prepares for the sting.
• 🫡 Coyote emphasizes the need to understand and respect different species without unnecessary fear.
• 🛀 The cicada killer sting is shown in the full episode, available to members.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why is Coyote Peterson getting stung by a cicada killer?

Coyote wants to prove that the cicada killer is not the murder hornet and to alleviate fears about this species.

Q: What is the difference between a cicada killer and a murder hornet?

The cicada killer is a native species in the United States, while the murder hornet is an invasive species from Asia. They also have different sizes and colors.

Q: How did Coyote catch the cicada killer?

Coyote used a water bottle to capture the wasp when it went into its burrow.

Q: Is Coyote planning to get stung by other insects?

No, Coyote's goal is only to get stung by the cicada killer to prove its harmlessness.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Coyote Peterson encounters a cicada killer, a large wasp species, while filming an episode about alligator gar in Texas.

• The cicada killer is often mistaken for the murder hornet, but they are different species.

• Coyote decides to get stung by a cicada killer to debunk the myth and show that it is not a creature to be afraid of.