Dasymutilla aureola, commonly known as the velvet ant, is a species of wasp belonging to the family Mutillidae. Despite its name, it is not an ant but a wingless female wasp that resembles an ant due to its robust body and dense pile of hairs. This species is known for its striking coloration, typically featuring a vibrant orange or reddish hue. Velvet ants are solitary and are often found in sandy habitats, where they are known for their painful sting, which they use for defense.
Mandarina aureola was created in 1989.
Daphnella aureola was created in 1845.
An aureola is a radiance of luminous cloud which surrounds the figure of a painting of a sacred person.
Dasymutilla occidentalis
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Yes, Dasymutilla occidentalis, commonly known as the eastern velvet ant, can be dangerous due to their potent sting. Despite being called "ants," they are actually wasps and possess a painful sting that can cause significant discomfort. While they are not aggressive and typically sting only when provoked, caution should be exercised if encountered in the wild.
areola, aureola, caveola, foveola, rubeola
EPICDefinition: ring of light Synonyms: aura, aureola, aureole, aurora, corona, crown of light, glory, halation, nimbus, radiance
No, you won't die, but you'll feel like you will! The velvet ant (or Dasymutilla occidentalis) is actually a wasp that can sting multiple times, and will if provoked. If you do get stung, you'll feel pretty intense pain for about 20-30 minutes, but then your body will react the way it would to a normal bee sting.
A circle, or disk, or any indication of radiant light around the heads of divinities, saints, and sovereigns, upon medals, pictures, etc.; a halo. See Aureola, and Glory, n., 5., A rain cloud; one of the four principal varieties of clouds. See Cloud.
A circle, or disk, or any indication of radiant light around the heads of divinities, saints, and sovereigns, upon medals, pictures, etc.; a halo. See Aureola, and Glory, n., 5., A rain cloud; one of the four principal varieties of clouds. See Cloud.