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	Script #: 6526 Topic: Insects and Pests Category: Bees, Wasps, and Hornets Last Revised: 7/2007

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European Hornet (6526)

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The European or giant hornet is an introduced species first reported in the United States in 1840 in New York. Currently, its geographical range extends from the Northeastern states west to the Dakotas, and south to Louisiana and Florida. It belongs to a family of wasps called the Vespids, which encompass all of the yellowjackets including the bald-faced hornets. Technically, it is the only hornet in North America. The European hornet is a large, aggressive yellowjacket. Homeowners should be cautious when attempting to control their nests.

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