Asian Giant Hornet update

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    Nature always finds a way !!!
     
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    Wow this look scary
     
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    But not scarier than other things that are happening in the world atm.
    I think we should all only post good news on the forum in 2021.
     
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    I agree - at least until we have vanquished Covid.
     
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    Breaking News!!! 2nd ‘murder hornet’ nest near border destroyed, Washington state officials say - BC | Globalnews.ca

    A third nest has been also located and plans are underway to eradicate it as well. 'Murder Hornet' aka 'Asian Giant Hornet' for those less given to sensationalism.

    While they are not considered particularly dangerous to humans, the Invasive Species Council of B.C. warns they are capable of delivering painful stings and are a threat to people allergic to bees and wasps.

    So far it seems like all the nests have been on the US side of the border - not that the hornets would respect borders.

    Anyone who spots one of the hornets in B.C. is urged to report it to the Invasive Species Council at 1-888-933-3722 or on their website.
     
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    Well at least the common name has changed, to northern giant hornet.
    News Releases | Washington State Department of Agriculture
     
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    Pretty sure I saw one a few years ago, before I knew what they were, this was enormous, comparatively, and had hold of a dragon fly in my conservatory, it must have been 50mm plus in length. Unfortunately it flew out before I could get a photo,
     
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    Sounds like one... They prey on bees as well, so it's important to contact local councils so they can eradicate the nests if known where they are.
     
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    Oh I will if I see one again.
     

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