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Boaters are urged to be vigilant after more confirmed Asian Hornet casesConcerns raised that hornets could be accidentally introduced on boats returning from mainland Europe This summer has seen a number of confirmed cases of Asian Hornet in the UK, and there are concerns that hornets could be accidentally introduced on boats returning from mainland Europe. Indeed, earlier this year, an Asian hornet was found on a ferry travelling between Devon Poole and Cherbourg, so the RYA is urging boaters to be on the lookout, particularly in southern England. What’s the risk?Some non-native species are completely harmless but others, known as invasive species, have the ability to cause damage to the environment, the economy, our health and the way we live. Vespa velutina, also known as the Asian Hornet is an invasive non-native species from Asia. It arrived via a shipment of pottery into a French port in 2004, where it spread rapidly. As a highly effective predator of insects, including honey bees and other beneficial species, it can cause significant losses to bee colonies, and potentially other native species. The nest located in Hampshire following a report from a member of the general public, was promptly destroyed by the APHA Wildlife Team and the National Bee Unit is continuing to search for further nests, with support from local beekeepers. Two nests have also been destroyed in Cornwall and surveillance in this area continues. No live hornets have been seen in Hull since a single dead Asian Hornet was found in a house, despite extensive surveillance. What does an Asian Hornet look like?
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Recent confirmed sightings: updated 19/10/18
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