Asian Hornet Sighting Confirmed in Kent
Following the recent sighting of an Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) in the Tamworth area of Staffordshire on 2 September 2019, there has been a further sighting in Ashford, Kent on 9 September 2019.
We continue to urge our members to be vigilant and report any possible sightings.
Guidance on how to identify an Asian hornet and how to report a suspected sighting is available on the UK Government website.
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