Yellow-legged Hornet Vespa velutina
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OrderAnts, Bees, Wasps, and Sawflies (Hymenoptera)
FamilyHornets, Paper Wasps, Potter Wasps, and Allies (Vespidae)
GenusHornets (Vespa)
These aggressive invaders have become a major threat in Europe, where they weren't native. They're voracious hunters that decimate honey bee populations with coordinated attacks, making them a nightmare for beekeepers. Originally from Southeast Asia, they've thrived so well in European climates that they're now one of the continent's most feared wasps.
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