The Asian hornet is the largest representative of its species. It reaches up to five centimeters in length. Until recently, it occurred mainly in South Asia and the eastern regions. It was also found in Japan and China, but in 2019 it was observed for the first time in Europe. On our continent, it is considered an invasive species and is a threat to bees.
Does the Asian hornet occur in Poland? It has already reached Germany, so its appearance in our country is only a matter of time
The Asian hornet is an extremely aggressive insect. It observes its prey and attacks unexpectedly. During the season, it eats about 11 kilograms of other insects. It is a big threat to wasps and . Hornets can kill even a swarm of several dozen thousand people in a short time.
Asian hornet (illustrative photo) istock/Queserasera99
This species appeared last year in Germany, and it’s not far from Poland, so Most likely, we will soon observe the presence of this insect in our country. So far, the Asian hornet has been seen in places with a warm climate. – So far, the Asian giant hornet has stayed in areas of Western Europe where, due to the influence of the Gulf Stream, the conditions are milder than in our country, milder winters, shorter periods of frost, lower amplitude of extreme temperatures – explained Dr. Piotr Tykarski, an entomologist from the Faculty of Biology of the University, in an interview with the Teraz Środowisko portal. Warsaw.
Are Asian hornets dangerous to humans? When threatened, they may sting
The Asian giant hornet does not bite people for no reason, but it may attack in a stressful situation. However, the bite of this giant is no different from a wasp sting and does not pose a threat to life. However, people allergic to the venom may be at risk of anaphylactic shock. These insects live mainly in forests or fields, but sometimes they build nests near human settlements. If they settle in our garden, do not remove the nest yourself. It is best to call a specialist company that will dispose of it safely. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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