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- The Asian Hornet has been confirmed in Cork, Ireland, leading to a task force aimed at prevention.
- The National Parks and Wildlife Service is collaborating with multiple agencies to track and eradicate the hornet.
- The UK has reported 86 nests this year, with increased sightings due to favorable weather.
- Public reporting is crucial for effective management of hornet populations, according to the British Beekeepers Association.
- The Asian Hornet threatens biodiversity and honey bees, which are vital for agriculture.
