Asian hornet

The Asian hornet is a striped stinging insect originally from Southeast Asia. It has spread to parts of Europe, where it’s considered an unwelcome visitor because it disrupts local ecosystems. These hornets are easily spotted by their dark bodies and yellow-tipped legs.

• Builds paper-like nests high in trees or buildings
• Hunts other insects, including honeybees
• Accidentally introduced to Europe through human activity