Cute But Deadly Insects
Puss Caterpillar
It looks like a furry puffball, but its sting is among the most painful in the insect world.
Jewel Wasp
Beautifully iridescent, this wasp turns cockroaches into zombies to feed its larvae. Nature’s prettiest predator.
Assassin Bug
Its patterns are striking, but its bite can transmit deadly Chagas disease in some regions.
Bombardier Beetle
Shiny and cool-looking, it can shoot boiling chemicals from its rear in self-defense.
Giant Silkworm Moth Caterpillar
Pretty and colorful, but its spines can cause internal bleeding or death in rare cases.
Flower Mantis
Looks like a delicate orchid, but it’s a lethal predator with powerful strikes.
Kissing Bug
It looks harmless, even friendly, but it spreads Chagas disease through its bite.