Thread-waisted wasp: sphex lucae, an adult member of the Order Hymenoptera, possesses a mild toxin that is delivered through its sting. This method of defense can affect both larger animals, such as humans and dogs, and smaller creatures like bees and caterpillars. When stung, animals typically experience discomfort and irritation at the site of the sting. While larger animals may have a localized pain response or swelling, smaller creatures might become incapacitated or even perish if they are directly targeted by thread-waisted wasp: sphex lucae.