Hornets are a type of wasp that belongs to the family Vespidae. They are among the largest types of wasps, making them intimidating insects. As with all living creatures, hornet size depends on the ...

The world’s largest hornet, an invasive breed dubbed the “murder hornet” for its dangerous sting and ability to slaughter a honey beehive in a matter of hours, has been declared eradicated in the US.

The frequency and volume of the sound from the nests of yellow-legged hornets—or Asian hornets—has been established for the first time by researchers at the University of Southampton. Subscribe to our ...

Researchers have identified the unique sound of Asian hornet nests and said it could be the key to finding and removing them. A team at the University of Southampton said they had established the ...