It’s hard to think of a less popular insect than the yellowjacket, maligned because they can sting. First, I should be clear that “yellowjacket” is an imprecise, generic common name that conceals a ...

When it comes to stinging insects, wasps are some of the most feared creatures out there. Unlike honeybees, which can only sting once, most wasps can sting multiple times, injecting painful venom with ...

Hornets have quite the reputation, but Kate Bradbury explains why the European hornet is much less agressive than common and German wasps and how you should help them in your garden ...

Every hornet species builds its nest in a different area. For example, European hornets prefer building their homes at least 6 feet above the ground. They are also typically hidden and blend into the ...

They can be identified by their distinct markings and are smaller than the native European hornet, with a dark body, an orange/yellow band around their abdomen, and orange/yellow face and yellow ...

Asian hornets are also smaller than the native European hornet, while nests at this time of year can be up to 60cm wide and 80cm tall, and will typically be seen in the tops of trees but may be ...

Hornets also boast unique colors. European hornets have dark brown stripes and large eye patches set against yellowish faces. Bald-faced hornets have a black-and-white pattern on their faces.

Closer to home, the group phase of the Nation’s League is coming to a close and four Hornets will be hoping to be involved ...