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NNSS (Non-native Species Secretariat)

Asian Hornet pdf

Description of Vespa velutina, Asian Hornet Distinctive:  thorax velvety black/dark brown; abdominal segments brown with fine yellow band, only the fourth segment almost entirely yellow-orange. Legs brown with yellow ends; head black with orange-yellow face

Ideally sightings should be sent in via the links below:

You can also email us to report an Asian hornet sighting.  Please send a photograph and location details. Do not under any circumstances disturb or provoke an active hornets’ nest. 

National Bee Unit - BeeBase

Asian Hornet

The British Beekeeper’s Association

Asian Hornet

RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)

Asian Hornet

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