The invasive species has already claimed more than 3 lives in the province of Galicia. It represents a great danger to people and to the biodiversity of our country and Europe.

In recent years, the Velutina wasp, also known as Asian wasp, has become one of the most worrying invasive species in Europe. Coming from Southeast Asia, this species has found an environment in our continent that is conducive to rapid expansion, putting at risk native biodiversity and, increasingly, the safety of people.

Its presence in Spain is already a consolidated reality, especially in northern regions such as Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, Basque Country and Navarre, where the climate and the natural environment favor their reproduction. In Galicia alone, the authorities have confirmed that There have already been more than three deaths so far this year due to the bites of this wasp, a fact that shows the magnitude of the problem.

An enemy that is difficult to eradicate

One of the biggest challenges to controlling this species is its high capacity for adaptation and reproduction. Each nest can hold thousands of specimens and produce numerous queens that, when autumn comes, will seek refuge to found new colonies in spring. In addition, their nests are usually located in places that are difficult to access, such as tree crowns or tall structures, which complicates their detection and elimination.

Local and regional authorities have been working on control and surveillance plans for years, but the growth of the Velutina Wasp population continues. In this context, the citizen collaboration it is essential: to notify municipal services in the event of the detection of a nest or the presence of specimens, and avoid trying to destroy them on your own, since it can be extremely dangerous.

A Call to Environmental Awareness

The Velutine Wasp is here to stay, and its control requires the involvement of everyone: administrations, experts and citizens. Only with a coordinated strategy and the responsible use of specialized products can we mitigate their impact and protect our environment.

Caring for biodiversity is caring for our future, and acting against the Velutine Wasp is today an urgent priority to preserve natural balance and ensure people's safety.

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