The first nest of Asian giant hornets, or more commonly known as, murder hornets discovered in the U.S. last month had the potential to spawn nearly 200 colonies, insect experts say.

When scientists in Washington state destroyed the first nest of so-called murder hornets found in the U.S., they discovered about 500 live specimens in various stages of development, officials said… ...

But after years of aggressive tracking and removal, the U.S. has officially declared them eradicated. It’s a rare success story in the world of invasive species—and a win for pollinators everywhere.

America has won its war against the murder hornets ... Scientists destroyed the nest just as a number of queens were just beginning to emerge, officials said. “I’ve gotta tell you, ...

The world’s largest hornet, an invasive breed dubbed the “murder hornet” for its dangerous sting and ability to slaughter a honey bee hive in a matter of hours, has been declared eradicated ...

FILE - A Washington State Department of Agriculture worker displays an Asian giant hornet taken from a nest, Oct. 24, 2020, in Blaine, Wash. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)(Elaine Thompson / AP ...

A Washington State Department of Agriculture worker displays a giant hornet taken from a nest, Oct. 24, 2020, in Blaine, Wash. The hornet has been eradicated in the U.S., officials say.

The first murder hornet nest was detected in a cavity of a tree in Washington State in October of 2020. Three additional nests were detected and eradicated the next year.

When scientists destroyed the first nest of so-called murder hornets found in the U.S., they discovered about 500 live specimens in various stages of development. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays.

FILE - A Washington State Department of Agriculture worker displays an Asian giant hornet taken from a nest, Oct. 24, 2020, in Blaine, Wash. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File) ASSOCIATED PRESS ...