About the Asian Hornet – Vespa Velutina
An Invasive Species It all started in 2004, when a mated Asian Hornet queen accidentally escaped its native range in
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Government Response Underway Following Confirmed Sighting of an Asian Hornet
Asian Hornet (also known as the Yellow-legged Hornet) poses a significant threat to Ireland’s biodiversity. New taskforce convened to co-ordinate
Invasive Species – Information
Some information sources on the invasive species, which are adding to the problems of the Irish beekeeper.
NPWS Confirms First Discovery of a Live Specimen Asian Hornet in Ireland
The National Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has confirmed that a single
Grave Danger from Bee Imports
One of the main reasons for imposing and maintaining a ban on the importation of bees was the danger of importing Varroa. Since Varroa is now wide spread in the country, it may be argued that there is no further need for maintaining such a ban. Nothing could be further from the truth.