As with other wasps, the European hornet can sting repeatedly, and the sting is painful. Normally aggressive, the European hornet will vigorously defend its nest.

ATLANTA — Over the past few weeks, sightings of European hornets have increased and viewers at home have asked if the species is common in Georgia and whether its sting can cause a severe ...

What kind of wasps are in the Lowcountry and how can you avoid stings? Here’s what to know about these pesky summer insects.

European hornets are controlled by queens, which are usually around 3.5cm long, ... A European hornet's sting is very painful, but it is no more dangerous than the sting of a bee.

Hornets build nests in trees so it makes sense that we are in their range. I think that the hornets all which appear to be Queens see our back door open and like birds often do mistake it for an ...

Name for 22 specific, social wasps. Name commonly misused for wasps that nest above ground, including bald-faced hornets. Construct paper nests. Stings more painful than other wasps ...