Michigan’s Largest Insect: Prepare for Nightmares

Michigan is home to so many different types of bugs, but there is one bug that stands out among all others and it's due to its unique (and somewhat terrifying) look, its large size, and its intimidating nickname name.

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Not only is this bug, the biggest in Michigan, but it can also deliver a bite that you'll never forget. This gigantic sucker will give you nightmares for days if your encounter is anything less than pleasant. Let's just hope you're wearing shoes if you do encounter this nasty guy.

What is Michigan's Biggest Bug?

The giant water bug (Belostomatidae), also known as the Toe-Biter, is indeed one of Michigan's biggest bugs. Yes, you read that correctly, it's nicknamed the Toe-Biter. You don't want to mess with anything that has "Biter" in its name.

Coyote Peterson, Brave Wilderness:

He will inflict a bit from upfront that basically injects a venom into the prey and turns their insides to mush and then they drink it up like a slushy.

That sounds like something straight out of a science fiction movie.

How Big is the Giant Water Bug?

According to National Park Service, the largest species of giant water bug can exceed 4.5 inches. I think there's a "size does matter" joke in there somewhere.

Watch below as Coyote Peterson of Brave Wilderness encounters a Giant Water Bug while walking barefoot.

Do you know what else is extremely terrifying about Giant Water Bugs? While it's not common worldwide, popular in some countries in Southeast Asia, such as Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Gordon Ramsay tried toe biters using bamboo skewers. He said the crunchy snack tasted kind of like the inside of a lobster carcass and that it was sweet.