Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, Mark faces one of his most dangerous challenges yet—the sting and bite of a Mammoth Wasp! As one of the largest wasps in the world, this intimidating insect is armed with crushing mandibles and a venomous stinger capable of delivering excruciating pain. The bite alone can slice into skin with shocking force, while the sting unleashes burning venom that radiates waves of agony through the body. Within moments, the combined pain can cause intense swelling, dizziness, and systemic reactions severe enough to land you in the hospital. Where will the Mammoth Wasp rank 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.
In this video, Mark faces one of his most dangerous challenges yet—the sting and bite of a Mammoth Wasp! As one of the largest wasps in the world, this intimidating insect is armed with crushing mandibles and a venomous stinger capable of delivering excruciating pain. The bite alone can slice into skin with shocking force, while the sting unleashes burning venom that radiates waves of agony through the body. Within moments, the combined pain can cause intense swelling, dizziness, and systemic reactions severe enough to land you in the hospital. Where will the Mammoth Wasp rank 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.
