Asian hornet spotted in Cork City sparks biosecurity alert for Ireland

The sighting in Cork is just the second-ever verified sighting of an Asian hornet in Ireland

An Asian hornet, also known as a yellow-legged hornet, poses a significant threat to biodiversity in Ireland, as even a single nest can devastate honeybee populations. File picture: National Museum of Ireland

The public is being urged to remain vigilant after an asian hornet was spotted in Co Cork, sparking a biosecurity alert for Ireland. 

The hornet, also known as a yellow-legged hornet, poses a significant threat to biodiversity in Ireland, as even a single nest can devastate honeybee populations. It does not pose a significant public health risk.