Hello all,
I don't keep bees although I'm sure there are a few hives nearby.
I've joined here as I would like to ask a question of you knowledgeable folk.
This evening, about 5:30, there was a huge flying wasp/hornet right outside our patio door. Both my son and wife saw it as well and all 3 of us would say it was at least 2" in length, probably more like 2.5". Orangy yellowish in colour.
I've seen large wasps before and possibly the European hornet before, but nothing ever this size.
I wouldn't go outside while it was there.
Could it be a queen or another species of wasp or hornet?
My concern was is it going to be a threat to the local hives?
Kieran
I don't keep bees although I'm sure there are a few hives nearby.
I've joined here as I would like to ask a question of you knowledgeable folk.
This evening, about 5:30, there was a huge flying wasp/hornet right outside our patio door. Both my son and wife saw it as well and all 3 of us would say it was at least 2" in length, probably more like 2.5". Orangy yellowish in colour.
I've seen large wasps before and possibly the European hornet before, but nothing ever this size.
I wouldn't go outside while it was there.
Could it be a queen or another species of wasp or hornet?
My concern was is it going to be a threat to the local hives?
Kieran