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01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Yellow-Legged Hornet (AKA Asian Hornet) Update

The National Bee Unit has reported five further credible Yellow-Legged Hornet (Vespa velutina) sightings in Great Britain on 22nd May 2026:

📍 Shirley, Southampton
📍 New Romney, Kent
📍 Charing, Ashford, Kent
📍 Rother, East Sussex (2 sightings)

Several hornets were captured and killed, while investigations continue in some locations.

Alongside these latest sightings, Defra has confirmed a change in its approach for 2026. Following evidence suggesting a limited established population of Yellow-Legged Hornets in England, spring trapping will not take place this year. Instead, efforts will focus on investigating credible reports and locating and destroying nests later in the season.

Accurate identification and reporting remain important. If you spot a suspected Yellow-Legged Hornet, please report it using the:
Asian Hornet Watch app
- Apple App Store (https://f.mtr.cool/kdsoyxgvwg )
- Google Play Store (https://f.mtr.cool/twwxitvrmh )
or the online reporting form (https://f.mtr.cool/uwatsgjnfq )

For the latest updates and identification resources, visit the National Bee Unit website (https://f.mtr.cool/ygmttfnxgc

05/05/2026

Sandy Alex Ferguson

Following the sad news over the weekend of potential Hantavirus deaths on a cruise ship, we've published some information about the disease, its vector and rodent pest prevention.

Our sympathies are with the families of those affected 🙏

Link in comments 🔗

04/03/2026

Great to hear that from july 2026 Scotland are following in the footsteps of england and wales.. 👍

Glue Traps Ban in the UK: Licensing Requirements
As of July 31, 2024, it is illegal in England for members of the public to use glue traps to catch rodents, with offenders facing fines or up to 51 weeks in prison. Licensed professional pest controllers may use them in exceptional circumstances. Wales has a total ban, and Scotland will ban the sale and use of glue traps from July 1, 2026.
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Key Details on the Glue Trap Ban (as of 2026):
England: Under the Glue Traps (Offences) Act 2022, setting a glue trap is an offence unless authorized by a license. Only licensed pest controllers can use them, and only when necessary.
Wales: The Agriculture (Wales) Act 2023 has instituted a full ban on the use of glue traps.
Scotland: The Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024 will ban the use, sale, and possession of glue traps from July 1, 2026.
Sale and Purchase: While use by the public is illegal in England, the sale of glue traps is not entirely outlawed, though it is highly restricted.
Penalty: Illegal use can result in fines, imprisonment, or both.
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The bans are largely driven by animal welfare concerns regarding the suffering inflicted on both target rodents and non-target animals.
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14/11/2025

Wasp nest mid November..
Still active!

14/08/2025

19/07/2025

Wasps are well-suited to Britain's warm weather so we need to learn to live alongside them, naturalists say.

09/07/2025

A 78-year-old was stung 25 times in the attack

23/06/2025

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