European Hornet

Season

April To November

Size

25-35 mm In Length

Characteristics

Larger than wasps, European Hornets have a similar appearance. Like wasps have slim yellow and black-striped bodies connected in the middle with a waist between the thorax and abdomen and segments throughout their bodies. What differentiates them is that hornets have reddish-brown heads and large yellowish wings.

Public Health Risk Level:

High

Property Damage Risk Level:

Medium