Montgomeryshire Beekeepers Association
Asian Hornet (AH) - What we can do to assist most effectively
If you think you have spotted an Asian Hornet please, if possible, take a photo and send to 07787160930.
Please then call the same number to verify and give location details to our AH coordinator.
Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) for comparison
Queen up to 30mm long, worker up to 25mm long
Legs yellow at the ends
Dark brown / black abdomen with a yellow / orange band on 4th segment
Head dark from above, orange from front
Dark coloured antennae
Entirely black velvety thorax
Never active at night
Queen up to 30mm long, worker up to 25mm long
Legs yellow at the ends
Dark brown / black abdomen with a yellow / orange band on 4th segment
Head dark from above, orange from front
Dark coloured antennae
Entirely black velvety thorax
Never active at night
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