What is a hornet?
Q: What is a hornet?
A: A hornet is the largest of the social wasps, and can grow up to 55mm (5.5 cm, 2.2 in) in length.
Q: How can you distinguish the true hornets from other vespines?
A: True hornets can be distinguished from other vespines by the form of their head.
Q: Where do hornets live?
A: Hornets live in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Q: What types of environments do hornets prefer?
A: Hornets prefer warm and wet forests, as well as desert climates.
Q: In what type of climate do hornets not occur?
A: Hornets do not occur in climates where it is cold all year round.
Q: What is the genus name for true hornets?
A: The genus name for true hornets is Vespa.
Q: Are hornets a type of bee?
A: No, hornets are not a type of bee. They are a type of social wasp.
