Found in the lowland rainforests of Ecuador, Heteronotus vespiformes stands out thanks to the incredible modifications to its thorax. These spines are thought to make predators think twice before attacking. Combine the spikes with the bright yellow & black markings, which may be an attempt to mimic stinging wasps, or may just serve as a warning to predators not to try anything funny, and you’ve got yourself one crazy looking bug!