European Hornet (Vespa crabro) - Identification, Behavior & Facts #2381479 (License: Personal Use)

This high-resolution image captures a live European hornet (Vespa crabro), the largest eusocial wasp in Europe, resting on a sheet of printed paper. Its robust body features a distinctive reddish-orange head, dark brown thorax with fine hairs, and a yellow-and-black banded abdomen; translucent amber wings and long antennae are clearly visible. The background text hints at scientific measurement or field notes, reinforcing the entomological context.

Used on entomology blogs, pest management guides, wildlife identification pages, or educational sites about Hymenoptera. Matches user intent for species ID, risk assessment, or academic reference.