Hornets are a type of wasp that belongs to the family Vespidae. They are among the largest types of wasps, making them intimidating insects. As with all living creatures, hornet size depends on the ...

Stefan Berg and his Bavarian colleagues are fighting an almost hopeless battle. The head of the Bavarian Institute for Bee Research and Beekeeping in Veitshöchheim near Würzburg and other beekeepers ...

The Asian hornet, often called the yellow‑legged hornet, is an apex predator of honey bees and other pollinating insects ...

Hornets and bees are both feared insects for their painful stings. Both are quick-flying, hive-building insects that work together as a community. They also appear similar at times, such as in their ...

It can cause a range of problems. Officials issue public warning after finding harmful insect in new territory: 'Helping us ...

SEATTLE — The world's largest hornet, an invasive breed dubbed the “murder hornet” for its dangerous sting and ability to slaughter a honey bee hive in a matter of hours, has been declared eradicated ...

The USDA hails the effort to expunge the northern giant hornet from Washington state as a "landmark victory in the fight against invasive species." Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and ...

Experts have warned that record numbers of Asian hornets could descend on the UK this year, raising concerns for the country’s bees. The warning comes after “unprecedented” early sightings of Asian ...

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show hornets, wasps and bees have killed more people every year for the last five reported years. The new statistics were published Friday.

ANSBACH, Germany – U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach is home to various bees, wasps and hornets and while some are more aggressive than others, they are all protected by the German Nature Protection Law.