Asian hornet

You Can Remove a Hornet Nest Without a Permit If You Meet Legal Conditions

Home and garden owners often worry whether removing a hornet nest could put them on the wrong side of the law. In the Czech Republic, the European hornet is generally protected, but it is not a specially protected species, so removal is usually possible when there is a genuine safety risk.

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Invasive Asian hornet spotted in Bohemia as officials search for a nest

A single Asian hornet has been seen repeatedly in Liběchov in July and early August, raising concerns it may have arrived with transported goods. Authorities are urging the public to report sightings so any nest can be found and removed quickly.

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