
Asian giant hornet - Wikipedia
The Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia), also known as the northern giant hornet, [2][3] and the Japanese giant hornet, [4][5] is the world's largest hornet. It is native to temperate and …
northern giant hornet - Encyclopedia Britannica
The northern giant hornet is a species of Asian hornet, the largest known wasp species in the world. Sensationally dubbed the “murder hornet” by news media, the insect is able to swiftly …
Asian giant hornet - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on ... - Animalia
The Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) or northern giant hornet, including the color form referred to as the Japanese giant hornet, is the world's largest hornet. It is native to temperate …
The Asian Giant Hornet - The World's Largest Hornet Species
Aug 16, 2018 · The Asian giant hornet and its subspecies named the Japanese giant hornets are the largest hornets on earth. The hornets are native to tropical and temperate locations in …
What Are The Largest Wasps In The World? - WorldAtlas
Jul 4, 2020 · Also known as the Vespa mandarinia, the Asian giant hornet is the largest hornet species in the world. Their bodies can grow up to almost 2 inches in length, while their …
What is the largest wasp in the world? - enviroliteracy.org
Mar 18, 2025 · The Reigning Titan: Unveiling the World’s Largest Wasp The undisputed champion of the wasp world, claiming the title of the largest wasp on Earth, is the Asian giant hornet ( …
6 Things to Know About The Asian Giant Hornet
May 12, 2020 · The Asian giant hornet is amongst the world’s largest wasps, with queens approaching a length of 2 inches (typically ~1.5 inches). Workers and males are smaller, but …
35 Facts About Asian Giant Hornet
Dec 28, 2024 · The Asian Giant Hornet, also known as the "murder hornet," is the largest hornet species in the world, with a potent sting and aggressive nature. It plays a crucial role in its …
APHIS in Action: Victory Over the World’s Largest Hornet Species
The northern giant hornet first captured national attention in late 2019 when it was detected near Blaine, Washington. Known for its ability to decimate a honey bee colony within hours, the …
Northern Giant Hornet - agriculture.mo.gov
The Northern Giant Hornet (AGH) is the world’s largest hornet, measuring 1.5 to 2 inches in length. The hornets have a yellow to orange head, a black thorax and black and orange/yellow …