Bee Eaters! Can We Save Our Bees From This New Threat?
New Invasive Threat Spreading in the US: The Yellow-Legged Hornet
It’s here, and it’s spreading fast! The Yellow-Legged Hornet (Vespa velutina) slipped through ports and was first confirmed in Georgia in 2023. Two years later, this aggressive invasive species is still here and spreading in South Carolina. Now, this dangerous predator of honeybees and native pollinators is moving into South Carolina.
In this video, we do a deep dive into the Yellow-Legged Hornet and what it means for your bee colonies. Hear from an Brad Cavin from Clemson University about the intense efforts to try and eradicate this new threat before it causes irreversible damage.
How to make a trap; https://youtu.be/Ra8717JuXwc
How to report a sighting: https://youtu.be/ENrbQWfrmPg
The new threat of the **yellow legged hornet** is here and is attacking **honey bees**! Learn about these invasive **hornets** and how they affect **beekeeping**. Find out what you can do for **pest control** and to protect your **bees** from **hornet attack**.