Experts issue warning over Asian hornets as sightings rise There were 429 credible sightings and 112 nests, as of September 11, reported by the National Bee Unit The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025
‘Unprecedented’ sightings of Asian hornets raise fears for UK bees Early reports have led experts to believe there could be a surge in the deadly invader, threatening native species The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2025
Rapid action against invasive bee-killing hornet has halted spread, study finds The National Bee Unit responds to public sightings of the yellow-legged or Asian hornet to destroy insects and nests. Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2024
Asian hornets: What is insect expected to surge in numbers in UK this summer? Early trapping fundamental to eradication efforts, defra says The Independent UK · May 20, 2024