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gi·ant hor·net

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  1. giant hornet, Vespa crabronoun

    European hornet introduced into the United States

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  1. giant hornet

    A giant hornet is a large insect that belongs to the Vespidae family and the Vespa genus. The most well-known species is the Asian giant hornet, also known as Vespa mandarinia, which is recognized for its significant size and potentially lethal sting. Giant hornets are generally characterized by their large bodies, yellow and black stripes, and powerful stingers. They build nests by chewing wood into a paper-like pulp and are found in many parts of the world, especially in the subtropics. They are social insects, living in colonies that are made up of workers, drones, and a queen.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of giant hornet in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of giant hornet in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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    This new report continues to underscore how important public reporting is for all suspected invasive species, but especially Asian giant hornet, we’ll now be setting traps in the area and encouraging citizen scientists to trap in Snohomish and King counties.

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