Eastern Hornet Spreads Across Maghreb, Threatening Beekeeping and Biodiversity

The Eastern Hornet (Vespa orientalis) is expanding its range across the Arab Maghreb, posing a growing threat to honeybee populations and local biodiversity. The report highlights the lack of coordinated response and the potential ecological and economic impact on beekeeping in North Africa. The extent of the spread and the effectiveness of mitigation measures remain uncertain.

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