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European Hornet

Vespa crabro

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Arthropoda (مفصليات الأرجل)

Class

Insecta (حشرات)

Order

Hymenoptera (غشائيات الأجنحة)

Species

Vespa crabro (European Hornet)

Names in Other Languages

German Hornisse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Hornet?

The scientific name of European Hornet is Vespa crabro. It belongs to the genus Vespa.

What is the conservation status of European Hornet?

European Hornet (Vespa crabro) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European Hornet live?

European Hornet is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does European Hornet belong to?

European Hornet (Vespa crabro) belongs to the genus Vespa, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespidae.

What kingdom does European Hornet belong to?

European Hornet (Vespa crabro) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of European Hornet?

The closest relatives of European Hornet in the genus Vespa include Asian Hornet.