The Asian Yellow-Legged Hornet poses a significant threat

The Asian Yellow-Legged Hornet poses a significant threat. On September 29, 2026, in Hardenberg, the Beekeeping Association of Hardenberg and the Avereest Meadow Bird Protection are collaborating to combat this hornet and raise awareness about its dangers. The Yellow-Legged Hornet, also known as the Asian Hornet, is increasingly appearing in the Netherlands. Lacking natural predators here, they can spread rapidly. This hornet resembles the European Hornet but has a yellower abdomen and is not a threat. The Yellow-Legged Hornet features distinct yellow legs and a black body with a yellow stripe, measuring two to three centimeters, making it larger than typical wasps.