
How one hornet species could sting New Zealand’s environment and economy
From The Front Page
Published 11/6/2025

From The Front Page
Published 11/6/2025
Bees are tiny but mighty players in New Zealand’s environment and economy. They pollinate our gardens, native plants, and crucial crops, supporting biodiversity and food production across the country. But, an invasive threat is looming – the queen yellow-legged hornet. Since June,…