Essential server maintenance will occur on the Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) watch app during 27^th September until early 28^th September.

During this time sightings of Asian hornet need to be emailed to . When reporting via email please include a photograph or clear description including the insect’s behaviour, the location of the sighting and ideally a phone number so we can call you about the sighting.

This sheet can help you identify Vespa velutina: ID sheet: English (PDF) | Welsh (PDF).

If you want help taking a photograph or to talk through identifying a suspect hornet, please contact your local British Beekeeping Association Asian hornet Team (External Site)