The Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) has been detected in the Lazio region of Italy, specifically…
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The Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) has been detected in the Lazio region of Italy, specifically in Vejano, marking the first official sighting there. This invasive species, originally from Southeast Asia, was identified from a video recorded by an insect enthusiast, showing its distinctive dark body, orange abdomen tip, and yellow tarsi. Previously, the species had been found in northern Italy since 2012, with a single individual spotted in Tuscany two years ago.
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