Will our bees survive the Asian hornet invasion? – podcast

Asian hornets have beenspotted in the UK in record numbers this year, sparking concern about what their presence could mean for our native insects, and in particular bee populations. Madeleine Finlay speaks to ecologist Prof Juliet Osborne about why this species of hornet is so voracious, how European beekeepers have been impacted by their arrival, and how scientists and the government are attempting to prevent them from becoming established hereRead more Guardian reporting on invasive specieshereContinue reading...

Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - September 19, 2023 Category: Science Authors: Presented and produced by Madeleine Finlay, sound design by Solomon King, the executive producer is Ellie Bury Tags: Science Biodiversity Invasive species Environment Insects Animals Conservation Wildlife Source Type: news