Asian Hornet Advice

The Asian Hornet (vespa velutina) is a major threat to honeybees

Asian Hornet - SOMERSET BEEKEEPERS' ASSOCIATION

Do you believe you may have spotted an Asian Hornet?

If so, please take immediate action:


Contact  your local AHAT (Asian Hornet Action Team)

                Steven Wall        07800 568429    
                Ed Payne            edtopbananapayne@outlook.com
                James Lowe

                or contact NEWBKA via neworcsbeekeepers@gmail.com




You are also strongly recommended to download the Asian Hornet Watch app:

                Android:  Click here to download

                IOS:         Click here to download

Use the App to determine whether it is indeed an Asian Hornet.

If in doubt, use the App to send a photo to the Biological Records Centre,
for confirmation.  


Further information can be found on the AHAT website    here


The below handy identification guide can be downloaded    here  




For all current AHAT members, those wanting to join the team and all those just wishing to test their knowledge on Asian Hornets, please visit:

https://forms.gle/nfsUFL3fWmrDwq7XA

On successful completion of the exercise you will receive a message confirming success and you will have completed your registration for insurance purposes. 

Once you have completed your training you are eligible to be added to NEWBKA's insured team list (should you so desire).