New Mexico residents, brace yourselves! The tarantula hawk, our state insect, is out in full force this mating season. Known for their fierce hunting of tarantulas, these wasps deliver one of the most painful stings in the world. But don't worry too much—unless provoked, they prefer to keep to themselves. These buzzing giants, about two inches long, are hard to miss with their loud, fly-like drone. While their sting is intensely painful, it’s not dangerous to humans. How do you feel about sharing your backyard with these formidable creatures? #Pets #NewMexico #TarantulaHawk