Harmful Effects of Keyhole wasp

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Pachodynerus nasidens

Keyhole wasp can deliver a sting causing temporary pain and minor swelling in humans and domestic animals. Its defense mechanism may also deter avian predators. The sting's mild toxicity affects other insects, potentially causing localized reactions.

Toxic to Animals

Is the Keyhole wasp poisonous?

Toxic to Animals

Toxic Group Type

Vertebrates, Invertebrates

Toxic Objects Examples

Dogs, cats, birds, bees

Toxic Stage

Adults

Toxin Function

Defense Mechanism, Means of Prey

Toxic Types

Neurotoxins

Toxic Secreting Methods

Sting

Toxic Ways

Sting

Risk Level

Mild

Keyhole wasp uses its sting to defend itself or deter predators, resulting in mild toxicity to recipients of the sting. When humans or animals such as dogs and cats are stung, they typically experience temporary pain and minor swelling. Birds attempting to prey on keyhole wasp may also be deterred by this mechanism. Additionally, this organism can affect other insect species, including bees, sometimes leading to localized reactions or discomfort.

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