Learn about the asian hornet
Asian hornet ID Card
Discover the Asian hornet's profile. A complete overview of its origin and morphology to quickly identify this invasive insect.
The life cycle of the Asian hornet
Explore the annual cycle, from the queen's hibernation to the peak of summer activity, to know when and how to intervene effectively.
The seasonal cycle of a colony
Understanding and mastering the seasonal cycle of Asian hornet colonies to better combat them.
The communication methods of the Asian hornet
The communication methods of the Asian hornet explain how individuals coordinate to hunt, defend the nest, and organize the life of the colony.
What are the economic impacts of the Asian hornet?
Asian hornets have an impact on the economy and the safety of people.
Spring trapping of Asian hornets
Spring trapping of Asian hornets involves capturing the founding queens as soon as they emerge from hibernation in order to limit the formation of new nests and the proliferation of colonies during the season.
When and how to use a trap effectively
Discover when and how to use an Asian hornet trap for maximum effectiveness. Key periods, best practices, and mistakes to avoid for effective and responsible trapping.
Learn how to identify hornet nests
Distinguish correctly between an Asian hornet nest and other insect dwellings such as wasps or European hornets.
Locating, reporting, and destroying an Asian hornet nest
Knowing how to spot an Asian hornet (Vespa velutina nigrithorax) nest as early as possible is essential to limit the risks to humans, animals and bees.
Adopting the right reflexes in case of a sting
Hornet stings are usually harmless, but in some cases they can be more dangerous. Take the right precautions.
Why do Asian hornets attack?
Asian hornets do not usually attack without reason. Most stings occur when the insect feels threatened or when one gets too close to a nest.
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