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Alert: Georgia Urges Residents to Spot Yellow-Legged Hornets

3/8/2025

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper is calling on residents to be vigilant this spring for Yellow-Legged Hornet nests, which resemble ping-pong balls. Early detection is crucial to stop these invasive pests from growing into larger colonies. If spotted, report them to the Georgia Department of Agriculture to safeguard our vital agricultural resources.

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper is calling on residents to be vigilant this spring for Yellow-Legged Hornet nests, which resemble ping-pong balls. Early detection is crucial to stop these invasive pests from growing into larger colonies. If spotted, report them to the Georgia Department of Agriculture to safeguard our vital agricultural resources.