Biosecurity NZ deploys 120 traps to track yellow-legged hornets in Auckland
Wednesday 5 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Ministry for Primary Industries, Biosecurity New Zealand
Authorities are increasing efforts to find invasive yellow-legged hornets on Auckland's North Shore. Since 17 October, four queen hornets have been detected in the area. Biosecurity New Zealand aims to have 120 traps installed by the end of Wednesday to help track and eliminate the species.
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