Is bee-killer wasp dangerous to humans?
Although the bee-killer wasp huge, it is not offensive to humans. When attacked, they will choose to fly away rather than fight back. If they are completely irritated, they may sting. In addition, they have the ability to bite, because the jaw is large (but usually not bite).

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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Arthropods

Class
Bugs

Order
Bees

Family
Crabronid wasps

Genus
Beewolves

Species
Bee-killer wasp (Philanthus ventilabris)