Orchid pollination 2: “Drunk wasp“ falls off Epipactis purpurata MOV

The flowers of Epipactis purpurata produce nectar that gets infected with yeast and bacteria, producing small quantities of alcohol. Wasps visiting Epipactis purpurata drink the nectar and can get so “drunk“ that they literally fall off the flowers. Here is an example with a repeat in slow motion.