Asian hornet 2026
Seasonal updates, identification tips and what we see happening locally.
What 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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