Rare yellow-legged hornet spotted in Georgia - Gainesville Times

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Rare yellow-legged hornet spotted in Georgia

Photo courtesy University of Georgia Extension

08252023 YELLOW-LEGGED HORNET — Photo courtesy University of Georgia Extension

Invasive species are nothing new to Georgians. Often, they arrive in our state and cause disruptions by outcompeting or displacing native species. It’s important to be aware of invasive species as they arrive so we have the opportunity to eradicate them before they become established, if possible.