wasp beetle
Refers to beetles of the family Cerambycidae that mimic wasps in appearance. The term is used in biological contexts.
The wasp beetle is known for mimicking wasps.
Kanji spelling is rare and may not be widely recognized; the katakana form is preferred.
The name combines 虎 (tora, 'tiger') and 天牛 (kamikiri, 'longhorn beetle'), likely referring to the striped pattern resembling a tiger. The exact origin is uncertain.