Mapping the Murder Hornets
What’s scarier than a hornet? How about a murder hornet. These invasive insects were first spotted in the US in 2019, and they brought with them the potential to devastate our natural environment. However, despite their ominous name, murder hornets aren’t prone to attacking humans — but they are known to kill. Officially named Asain Giant Hornets, murder hornets received this loving nickname due to their tendency to rip the heads from bees and leave their bodies in piles. In a few hours, murder hornets can completely demolish a beehive, presenting a huge problem for humans; bees are an essential player in the production of our food.