Tag: yellow-legged hornet
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Hornet Nests Found 100m Apart on Auckland’s North Shore
Two yellow-legged hornet nests found just over 100 metres apart on Auckland’s North Shore Two aggressive yellow-legged hornet nests were discovered and removed within a short distance of each other on Auckland’s North Shore, underscoring ongoing concerns about this invasive species in New Zealand. The finds, about 100 metres apart, have prompted authorities to intensify…
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Stopping the Spread of the Deadly Yellow-Legged Hornet in New Zealand: What You Can Do
The urgent threat: yellow-legged hornets in New Zealand The discovery of yellow-legged hornet nests in Auckland has sparked concern across New Zealand. With six confirmed detections so far, including four queens, researchers and local authorities are mobilizing to prevent a rapid spread. The presence of even a small nest more than a kilometer apart suggests…
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A Deadly Hornet Has Reached NZ: How We Can Help Stop Its Spread
Urgent Alert: The Yellow-Legged Hornet Arrives in New Zealand A dangerous invasive species has been detected in Auckland: the yellow-legged hornet, Vespa velutina. Also known as the Asian hornet, this pest poses a serious threat to native wildlife, beekeeping, and orchard crops. With six confirmed detections so far, including four queen hornets, authorities are urging…