Dealing with hornets, wasps and bees helpline
NNSS (Non-native Species Secretariat)
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
The British Beekeeper’s Association
RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)