hornet

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A hornet sting can trigger sharp pain, tissue damage, and serious systemic problems such as the destruction of red blood cells and cardiac dysfunction, any of which can be fatal.

From Science Daily • Dec. 4, 2025

As reported in the journal Ecosphere, Sugiura found clear evidence that adult pond frogs actively launched attacks on workers of all three hornet species.

From Science Daily • Dec. 4, 2025

In England, bee inspectors have been playing their part in the fight against the Asian hornet.

From BBC • Oct. 18, 2025

Mr Williamson also raised concerns over Asian hornet nests in public areas.

From BBC • Oct. 18, 2025

I roll my eyes and then hear someone laugh without a trace of hornet hum.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson