Identification of Asian Hornet Nests

If you think you’ve found a nest

Don’t attempt to remove or control a suspected Asian hornet nest yourself, or spray a hornet or nest with insecticide.

It is very important for the National Parks and Wildlife Service to know where the Asian Hornet might be active in Ireland.

Improper control them risks making it more difficult to keep Ireland free of Asian hornet.

We appreciate that taking photos can be hard, as the hornets are strong flyers, but images are the best method for us to assess the valuable observations made by the public.

If you think you have found a hornet or its nest, take a clear photo and report it.

If you can safely photograph the insects on the surface, then that helps us identify the species very quickly.

We have produced a nest guide to help the public identify possible Asian Hornet nests.