‘We’re Fighting Satan’: The War to Save Bees From a Hornet Invasion
First publishedJul 13, 09:02 UTC
Last updatedJul 13, 12:20 UTC · 8m ago
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Yellow-legged hornets are spreading in South Carolina's Lowcountry, which is the coastal part of the state. These hornets attack honey bees and can destroy hives. A state team of bee defenders is trying to find and destroy hornet nests. They hope to protect the local honey crop and bee populations.
Why it matters
Bees are important for pollinating many crops and wild plants. If hornets kill too many bees, food production and nature could suffer.
In brief
- What kind of hornet is invading South Carolina?
- It is the yellow-legged hornet.
- Who is trying to stop the hornets?
- A state team of bee defenders is looking for and destroying hornet nests.
- Why are bees important?
- Bees help pollinate crops and wild plants, which supports food and nature.
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