Orchid dupe wasp utilizes its venom as a means to subdue prey for its offspring. Using its ovipositor, the toxin is injected directly into other insects, such as caterpillars and spiders, which may experience paralysis or death. The toxicity levels can range from mild to severe, resulting in varying degrees of incapacitation. During the adult stage, this method of envenomation ensures their larvae have a secure and immobile food source, leading to an increased survival rate for the next generation.