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North America Declares End to ‘Murder Hornet’ Threat After Five-Year Battle

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North America Declares End to ‘Murder Hornet’ Threat After Five-Year Battle

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  • North America has declared the end of the invasion by the **Asian giant hornet**, also known as the **“murder hornet”**, after five years since its first sighting.
  • This hornet species, which can devastate **honey bee hives** in hours, was first spotted in **Washington state** and **British Columbia** in **2019**.
  • No confirmed sightings have occurred since **2021**, though local authorities warn of potential new arrivals via **cargo shipments** from Asia.
  • Invasive species expert indicates these hornets lack natural predators in North America, creating ongoing monitoring challenges for wildlife officials.
  • Despite their dangerous reputation, they play a critical ecological role in their native habitats, consuming pest insects that harm crops.

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