A new study has shown that although the UK has suitable climate and habitat for ... suitability of European countries for establishment and spread of the yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina).

A record number of Asian hornets nests have been found in Jersey. A member of the team responsible for finding and removing them said 85 had been tracked down so far - two more than the previous ...

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 ...