a hornet calmly taking up liquid just inches from my face. This scene reflects the peaceful coexistence that is possible when we respect these misunderstood creatures and their behavior.

One-on-one, a western honeybee is no match for a European hornet ... The bee-versus-hornet behavior has been documented in related species in Asia and has been seen by western honeybee keepers ...

The hornets have a dark brown or black velvety body, bordered with a fine yellow band They nest openly in trees and hedges, unlike European hornets which often nest in cavities They hover near ...