I attended a very interesting presentation about the Asian Hornet problems in Jersey. There were many useful points learned from the talk. Here are the main points. The queens are just appearing now, they are hungry. They will be about until May. You might find a primary nest anywhere. It will be about the size … Continue reading Asian Hornet Update by Peter Kirkup, PBKA Asian Hornet Coordinator
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Asian Hornet Webinar this Wednesday at 7.30pm
Webinar On Wednesday There's still a little time left to register for our next webinar, this Wednesday night (5th March) on the subject of Yellow-legged (Asian) hornets. Join us online from 7.30pm for an evening with John De Carteret, when he’ll give us an introduction to the Jersey Asian Hornet Group, and we'll discover more about the … Continue reading Asian Hornet Webinar this Wednesday at 7.30pm
Asian Hornet nest!
Wow! Check out the news channels......an Asian Hornet's nest has been discovered in Southampton, estimated to hold about 3000 insects! This is a worry, it demonstrates the Asian Hornet populations are spreading west. Please continue to be vigilant and report suspected sightings to me Peter Kirkup, Asian Hornet Co-ordinator; the PBKA's Apiary Manager, Paul Eades, … Continue reading Asian Hornet nest!
Wasps and Asian Hornets!
Hi fellow beekeepers, bees are going flat out right now so have an extra super ready in case you need it. The wasps are starting to appear now so you should consider reducing the entrance size to your hive. It is also a good time to be on the lookout for the Asian Hornet, remember, … Continue reading Wasps and Asian Hornets!
Asian Hornet update!
Hi everyone, just a quick note on our European hornet, these are much bigger than a wasp but they do have a striped yellow and black rear, the thorax (or shoulder area) is brown and their head is yellow. I noticed an increase in sightings of the hornet in 2023. This year I am seeing … Continue reading Asian Hornet update!
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