
Hornet ©Erik Jørgensen
Hornet
Scientific name: Vespa crabro
The fearsome-looking Hornet may not be a well-loved insect, but it is actually much less aggressive than the Common Wasp. It is also an important pollinator and pest controller, so can be a gardener's friend.
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Length: up to 3.5cmConservation status
Common.