The giant wasp, specifically the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia), is the largest wasp species in the world. Native to Asia, this wasp is known for its impressive size, reaching up to 5 centimeters (2 inches) in length, with a wingspan of about 7.5 centimeters (3 inches). Its coloration is typically brown with orange and yellow bands, and it has a large head and powerful mandibles. These wasps are efficient predators, known for attacking bee colonies, killing numerous bees quickly to feed their larvae.