gindy wasp

gindy wasp FAUNA — An insect. Gindy wasps are fist-sized wasps whose sting causes temporary paralysis. More common in less populated regions, gindy wasps (or gindies) are rarely confrontational and only mildly territorial. However, once agitated, they are known for their persistence  in retaliating. Hence, they prefer locations with less potential for intruders. Stories are told of gindies tracking a specific person for days or weeks in order to sting them. Though most of these tales are nothing more than folkenlore, it is true gindy wasps may spend days following a hive intruder in order to retaliate. This has led to the common belief that gindies are sentient in some way and possibly → faye. However, there is little evidence to support this. It is more likely they are keen on the specific scent of the intruder. The paralysis caused by a gindy wasp may last only minutes or even hours. Multiple stings from one or more wasps increase the effects and the time it takes to wear off, potentially days or longer. There are recorded instances of death as the result of a full hive attack, though such instances are rare.