H aving grabbed the attention and morbid curiosity of the general public Vespa mandarinia, or the Asian Giant Hornet, is now a household name. Most know them by the moniker “Murder Hornet” and while that name is overly sensational it could be integral in our fight against this invading pest as the research community capitalizes on this unprecedented interest to educate the general public on how we can stop it.
Vespa mandarinia with tracker attached
Photo by Shin Arunrugstichai
Dr. Sammy with Hornet
Photo by Shin Arunrugstichai
Samples Collected
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Hornet + Honey Bee
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Hornet Collection
Photo by Shin Arunrugstichai