Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Mark takes on a world’s first—being stung and bitten by the rare Borneo Blue Broad-handed Carpenter Bee, all caught on camera! Famous for its shimmering metallic-blue body and powerful mandibles, this giant bee is far more than just a stunning insect to look at. Its sting is said to pack sharp, burning pain, while its massive jaws can deliver a crushing bite that few have ever experienced. This double danger makes the challenge unlike anything Mark has faced before. Will he be able to endure the sting and bite of this extraordinary bee? Where will this brilliant blue bee fall on the Brave Wilderness Bite Sting index?
In this EXTREME cut, we wanted to make a video with no fluff, just pure action! Revisit one of Mark's wildest animal encounters like never before. All gas and no brakes, it’s time to get EXTREME!
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REENACT OR RECREATE ANY EVENTS OR SCENES FROM OUR VIDEOS. THE ANIMALS, INSECTS, PLANT LIFE, AND TERRAIN FEATURED IN OUR VIDEOS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POSE A SIGNIFICANT RISK. Mark Vins and crew are professionally trained and routinely receive assistance from wildlife experts, guides, and safety personnel when filming to ensure the safety of our crew and all wildlife. No animals were harmed in the making of this video.
Mark takes on a world’s first—being stung and bitten by the rare Borneo Blue Broad-handed Carpenter Bee, all caught on camera! Famous for its shimmering metallic-blue body and powerful mandibles, this giant bee is far more than just a stunning insect to look at. Its sting is said to pack sharp, burning pain, while its massive jaws can deliver a crushing bite that few have ever experienced. This double danger makes the challenge unlike anything Mark has faced before. Will he be able to endure the sting and bite of this extraordinary bee? Where will this brilliant blue bee fall on the Brave Wilderness Bite Sting index?
In this EXTREME cut, we wanted to make a video with no fluff, just pure action! Revisit one of Mark's wildest animal encounters like never before. All gas and no brakes, it’s time to get EXTREME!
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REENACT OR RECREATE ANY EVENTS OR SCENES FROM OUR VIDEOS. THE ANIMALS, INSECTS, PLANT LIFE, AND TERRAIN FEATURED IN OUR VIDEOS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POSE A SIGNIFICANT RISK. Mark Vins and crew are professionally trained and routinely receive assistance from wildlife experts, guides, and safety personnel when filming to ensure the safety of our crew and all wildlife. No animals were harmed in the making of this video.
