European
European hornets feeding on old apples in a back yard.
About European
These large, reddish-brown insects with yellow markings are European hornets (Vespa crabro), commonly seen in Middle Tennessee, including areas like Columbia and Franklin. They often feed on ripe or rotting fruit, such as old apples in backyards, potentially causing damage by attracting other pests and creating a nuisance. While generally not aggressive unless provoked, their presence near homes should be monitored to prevent stings and structural nesting.
European (European hornets feeding on old apples in a back yard.) is a household pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Household Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter European regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- European
- Scientific Name
- European hornets feeding on old apples in a back yard.
- Category
- Household Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
