Concerned by the continuing threat of the invasive, non-native Yellow-legged Asian Hornet the British Beekeepers’ Association is urging everyone to stay alert, get informed and be ready to report any sightings.
This time of year can start to see the emergence of Yellow-legged Asian hornet queens from hibernation. After a record number of sightings in 2025 we need everyone to remain vigilant for new nests. Spring vigilance and early destruction of small nests can help protect pollinators.
Photo credit: John De Carteret
Queens need to feed quickly after coming out of hibernation, flowers such as Camellias are popular. Small nests, often starting the size of a golf ball and growing to the size of a melon can appear in dry outbuildings. Take a photo of the nest with an insect on it (if safe to do so) and please report
Defra and the Fera Science Ltd have identified areas where there may be a higher risk of overwintering Yellow-legged Asian …
