In 2025, there have been 13 recorded sightings of Yellow-legged (Asian) Hornets in the UK, prompting the Non-Native Species Secretariat and the British Beekeepers Association to urge the public to report any further sightings. This invasive species is considered highly aggressive and presents a significant threat to native insects, particularly honeybees and other pollinators. The confirmed sightings have occurred across various locations, mainly in Kent, Shropshire, and Hampshire, with calls for increased vigilance among residents to control its spread.
The Non-Native Species Secretariat and the British Beekeepers Association urge UK residents to report sightings of the invasive Yellow-legged (Asian) Hornet, which has been spotted 13 times this year.
Confirmed sightings of Yellow-legged Hornets in 2025 include various locations, all indicating the species poses a significant threat to native insects and pollinators.
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