Asian hornets threatens bees: worries under Lower Franconia's beekeeping

Asian hornets threatens bees: worries under Lower Franconia's beekeeping

Dangerous encounter in Lower Franconia: Asian hornets discovered

The discovery of the Asian hornets (Vespa Velutina) in Gädheim, a small town near Schweinfurt, ensures great concern among the beekeepers in the region. This invasive wasp type, which originally comes from Asia, has increasingly also spread in Europe and represents a serious threat to domestic bees.

The threat to bee population

Dieter Schölzke, a beekeeper from Münnerstadt, explains the dangers that assume the Asian hornet: "She eats our honeybees." However, the direct eating of the bees is only part of the problem. Schölzke explains that the attacks of the hornets lead to the bees no longer dare to return to the feeding point with food offers, which can have fatal consequences for entire beehives. "This is how a whole stick can starve," warns the beekeeper.

an alarming trend and its effects

The sighting in Gädheim is not an isolated case, but part of a worrying trend. Occurrence of these hornets are increasingly reported in various regions of Germany, which accelerates their spread. For the on -site beekeepers, this is not only an immediate problem, but also raises long -term questions about the sustainability of beekeeping.

why is that important?

bees are not only responsible for the production of honey, they also play a crucial role in the pollination of many plants. A decline in bee population can therefore result in serious consequences for entire ecosystems and agriculture. A loss of bees means less fruits, vegetables and numerous other plants that rely on these animals.

joint efforts to combat

beekeepers and nature conservation organizations are therefore required to develop strategies in order to counteract this threat. Public relations and educational measures are necessary to raise awareness of the importance of bees and to educate the population about the dangers of Asian hornets. This also includes training in the correct way of dealing with the type of insect and the message of sightings.

The development in Gädheim is an important wake -up call for the community. The interaction of beekeepers, conservationists and the general public may be able to prevent worse things and the valuable bee populations can be protected.