Hornet

Social insects in the wasp family Vespidae.

Hornet European Hornet

Hornets are large social insects belonging to the wasp family Vespidae. Known for their aggressive nature and painful sting, they construct paper nests often found in trees or buildings. Hornets primarily feed on insects and nectar.

The word 'hornet' comes from the Old French 'urant', meaning 'stinging'.

Hornets are big, buzzing insects that look like wasps and build nests to raise their young.

Insect Wasp

Asian giant hornet European hornet

Stinger Nest

Ecosystem

animal insect predatory social behavior