The nest measures 40cm
One of the largest ever Asian Hornet nests in the British Isles has been found growing in a derelict house. The huge nest - measuring about 15 inches - is the largest discovered on the 'UK's frontline' in Jersey so far this year - and has prompted a fresh warning for the public.
A total of 171 have been found so far in 2023 compared to 100 at the same stage in 2022. Alastair Christie, Asian hornet co-ordinator for the Government of Jersey, said of the latest find: "It's the biggest we've dealt with so far this year. The ongoing battle has long-raged in the Channel Islands 'frontline' in a bid to stop them decimating the native bee population. But it is now feared they could be establishing a fresh route from the continent and several recent sightings have been confirmed on the coastline around Kent.
Mr Christie also urged the public not to disturb nests as the hornets can be ‘very aggressive’ - with one individual being stung 12 times lat year after disturbing a nest while cutting his hedge. He added: "Destruction of the nests is logistically challenging.
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