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