The Threat of Yellow-Legged Hornets to Honey Bees and Native Insects

The podcast highlights the danger posed by yellow-legged hornets, an invasive species from Southeast Asia, to honey bees and native insects in Europe. These hornets target honey bee hives, preying on bees and disrupting their foraging activity, which can lead to starvation for the hive. They also feed on native insects and have the ability to build nests in urban and suburban areas. The spread of the yellow-legged hornets is facilitated by global trade, and they have already established a presence in France and Spain. Efforts are underway to track and locate their nests in order to control their population.