2023 sees record sightings of Asian hornets in the UK, posing a threat to honey bees and pollinators; early trapping efforts crucial for eradication.
UK Braces for Asian Hornet Invasion: Nature groups warn of potential surge in damaging invasive species; record sightings in 2023; experts advise vigilance and early reporting. Asian hornets pose no greater risk to human health than native hornets but threaten honey bees and pollinators. The Environment Department (Defra) states the species is not yet established in the UK, but early trapping efforts are crucial for eradication. The Wildlife and Countryside Link (WCL), representing 83 nature organizations, warns that recent flooding and rising temperatures increase the risk of an invasion.
May 19, 2024
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