Asian Giant Hornet AKA “Murder Hornet” FAQ

You may have seen recent news about the Asian giant hornet being found in the United States. This insect has recently been called the “murder hornet,” though that name is not used by scientists or beekeepers. To make sure you have the facts about this insect, the UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory (HBREL) team has provided an overview about these hornets and addresses questions received about this novel pest and the risk to honey bees. What is the hornet that is making th