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Invasive Hornets Threaten Europe's Vital Pollinator Species

3/5/2025

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Invasive Asian hornets, identified by researchers at the University of Exeter, feast on over 1,400 insect species, including vital pollinators like honeybees. Their adaptable diet exacerbates the already alarming decline of insect populations in Europe, raising urgent concerns about the ecological balance and biodiversity as these formidable predators expand their territory.

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Invasive Asian hornets, identified by researchers at the University of Exeter, feast on over 1,400 insect species, including vital pollinators like honeybees. Their adaptable diet exacerbates the already alarming decline of insect populations in Europe, raising urgent concerns about the ecological balance and biodiversity as these formidable predators expand their territory.