In 2023, America’s first live yellow-legged hornet, a bee-killing predator, was found in Georgia

This year, Georgia agriculture teams have successfully trapped more than 866 invasive hornets while destroying 44 active nests in a continuous effort to combat this threat. These pests are harmful to local pollinators and food production, prompting officials to call for immediate reporting of any suspected hornet sightings or nests. Public vigilance and targeted nest removal are vital to managing this invasive species effectively.