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Tracking Hornets with Water DNA | Auckland News
Scientists in Auckland are pioneering a new frontier in pest control by using environmental DNA from waterways to track elusive yellow-legged hornets—despite the insects not living in water, their genetic traces offer a powerful clue to locate nests and optimize trap placement. This cutting-edge eDNA method, already proven for other wasps, marks the first time it’s being deployed for an insect invasion in New Zealand, offering a faster, smarter way to combat this dangerous invader. Meanwhile, teams are collaborating with Northern Hemisphere experts in Jersey, deploying over 200 traps and…
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