Asian hornets sounds the alarm: spotted in Schleswig-Holstein!
Asian hornets sounds the alarm: spotted in Schleswig-Holstein!
in Schleswig-Holstein there is currently reason for concern: Asian hornets were spotted in two cases, once in Lübeck and once in the district of Schleswig-Flensburg. This invasive type ensures alarm mood under experts, because its occurrence endangers domestic biodiversity. Rainer Borcherding, insect customer at the federal government, looks worries about the development and illustrates that the Asian hornets (Vespa Velutina) has no longer been stopped at goods transport from Southeast Asia since its introduction in 2004. In the meantime, the species has spread far beyond the southwest of Germany, even in North Rhine-Westphalia, the sightings, with several hundreds of reports. When looking at the card, ask yourself where the next sighting is added.
A striking characteristics of the Asian hornets is her dark body and the yellow feet that distinguishes it from the domestic European hornet. These winged creatures are not aggressive and do not attack people if you don't get too close to them, but their presence is alarming. The competition for food resources is particularly critical, which you build on other insects, especially our valuable honeybees. Dr. Manfred Verhaly, entomologist at the Karlsruhe Natural History Museum, describes the risk potential that the Asian hornets for beekeeping brings. In France, for example, a negative impact on the pollination of ivy flowers has already been demonstrated, which not only threatens beekeeping, but also the entire ecosystem.
The spread and its consequences
The immigration of the Asian hornets is now irreversible. This is also confirmed by the EU, which in 2018 included the species in the list of invasive species. The climate crisis reinforces this development because it creates favorable conditions for the increase of this kind. Since its first sighting in Germany in 2014, the care area has continued to expand. The Asian hornets have hardly any natural enemies, which favors their unhindered reproduction. The main concern is that the hornets can attack and damage components of an important ecosystem.
The hornets often nest in difficult places, such as in scales or roller shutter boxes. In midsummer, they move to larger nests that lie in high trees. Experts advise you to report found nests - preferably with a photo - to have them removed professionally. Self -experiments should be avoided to prevent dangerous encounters. The nests can reach up to one meter in diameter and represent a problem for everyone who lives nearby.
maintain serenity
Despite their threatening properties, serenity is announced. Asian hornets are not perceived as aggressive, and its stitch is less dangerous than that of a bee, but can cause allergic reactions. There are various ways of protecting bee colonies in particular, for example through small -meshed grid rods. Apparently some already think about how they can best protect themselves and their environment.
In summary, it can be said that the Asian hornets, which began their journey in Europe in 2004, is able to significantly influence the domestic insect populations. If you come across a sighting in Schleswig-Holstein or elsewhere in Germany, you should keep a quiet hand and report the nests. Hopefully this invasive way can be kept in check with knowledge, sensitivity and the support of the local nature conservation authorities. Because nature needs its diversity - and it needs to be protected.Visit further information about the topic:
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