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NOS Jeugdjournaal films Jan-Pieter removing a nest from a hedge
“It's dangerous for people, but for nature it's even more dangerous. Because the hornets drive out many other insects, especially bees.”
Asian hornet 2026
Seasonal updates, identification tips and what we see happening locally.
Working with the fire brigade: a hornet nest high in the treetop
An Asian hornet nest high in a tree in a residential street. Too high for a ladder or telescopic lance — so we went up together with the fire brigade.
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Haarlem, Verspronckweg: a nest in a street tree
Now that the leaves are falling, they become visible: large Asian hornet nests high in street trees. Like this one on Verspronckweg in Haarlem.
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On TV: NOS Jeugdjournaal joined us at a nest in a hedge
NOS Jeugdjournaal made a report on the Asian hornet and filmed Jan-Pieter removing a nest from inside a tall hedge. Watch the broadcast.
Read moreWhat to do on a first sighting
You see a strange large insect in your garden. What do you actually do?
Read moreSpring: now is the time to catch queens
In spring, queens become active. Catching one queen prevents an entire nest later in the season.
Read more'Geelpoothoornaar' is the new Dutch name
The Dutch name for the Asian hornet has officially changed to geelpoothoornaar. What changes in practice?
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