The recent spread of the red hornet, also known as the eastern hornet, has raised growing…

The recent spread of the red hornet, also known as the eastern hornet, has raised growing concerns among beekeepers in northern regions of Morocco. This insect has been observed multiplying in several coastal areas, prompting calls for intervention by relevant authorities to protect the local bee breed.

Mohamed El-Husseini, head of the Agricultural Cooperatives Union for Beekeepers in the Wazzan province, described the red hornet as a new and dangerous pest for Morocco. He suggested that this large insect, which feeds on other insects, may have entered Morocco via maritime trade or migratory packages, finding favorable climatic conditions for reproduction and spread.