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Vespa velutina - Yellow-legged Hornet
Overview
The sizes are:
- Queens - 30 mm long
- Workers - 20 mm long
- Drones - 24 mm long
Currently these are only in the Southern states.
Integrated Pest Management
Control Methods
Cultural
- Strong colony
- Entrance reducer
- Ensure no cracks or holes in hive bodies
- No open feeding
- Yellowjacket / wasp traps
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