A hornet, in technical terms, is a type of wasp, just like paper wasps and yellow jackets. In fact, these all fall into the category of social wasps. That means they form colonies and prefer ...

Four southern giant hornets have been identified in northern Spain, leading to concerns that the species could harm native ...

With spring arriving earlier than usual, so will less happily anticipated signs of summer: wasps and hornets. University of Minnesota Extension Service entomologist Jeffrey Hahn said not only will the ...

It may hurt worse than other stings. Like other wasps and hornets, Asian giant hornets can sting several times. Though it’s rare for a group of hornets to attack a human, it’s not unheard of.

Hornets are a type of wasp, but not all wasps are hornets. These flying insects live in many climates. Their closest relative is the yellow jacket. They look so similar; they are easy to confuse.

During the winter, the queens of many social wasps, like the Oriental hornet, are known to harbour the yeast on their bodies along with other microbes. Then, when spring arrives, they transfer it ...

Michael Sheehan, aged 56, died while gardening at his home in Cork after being stung by a swarm of wasps. Mr Sheehan was ...