Rearing techniques for hornets with emphasis on Vespa velutina (Hymenoptera: Vespidae): A review

Itterbeeck, Joost Van; Feng, Ying; Zhao, Min; Wang, Cheng‐Ye; Tan, Ken; Saga, Tatsuya; Nonaka, Kenichi; Jung, Chuleui

doi:10.1016/j.aspen.2021.03.009

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“…In Japan too, semi domestication of hornets (Vespula spp.) in wooden hive boxes has been reported (Nonaka, 2010;Van Itterbeeck et al, 2021). Certain locations are best suited for hornet hives to thrive well.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…In mountainous areas of Japan, pupae of the common wasp Vespula flavipes as well as other Vespula species (Van Itterbeeck et al, 2021) and V. mandarinia larvae are usually boiled with soy sauce, fried with salt or are even boiled to a hard consistency with soybean sauce, sugar and sake (Nonaka, 2010). Other wasp species like Provespa anomala, Vespa sp.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Commercialisation of the hornet culture may be possible by shifting the controlled rearing from small units to an industrial phase with adoption of economical mass production on a large scale (Hardouin, 1995) for which a detailed study of the ecology and biology of an insect is required (Yen, 2010). Recently, low-cost techniques for mass rearing of edible insects, including crickets, grasshoppers, ants and the giant water bug, have successfully been developed in China, Korea and Thailand (Boulidam, 2010;Feng et al, 2009;Kim et al, 2008) and are in the process of being developed in particular for V. velutina but other species as well (Van Itterbeeck et al, 2021). Along with traditional harvesting and management practices, promotional and educational extension services should include assurance of quality and safety of insect products.…”

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Traditional rearing techniques of the edible Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia Smith) and its socio-economic perspective in Nagaland, India

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Mozhui

Kakati

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The larvae, pupae and adult of the world’s largest hornet Vespa mandarinia are a nutritious food popular among the different ethnic communities of Nagaland. The traditional method of collecting, rearing and consuming V. mandarinia still persists among the tribal people. Semi-domestication of V. mandarinia practiced in the region has been found to facilitate the production of hornets for socio-economic purposes; thereby contributing to conservation and a sustainable utilisation of the hornets. Eight to nine combs measuring 30-45 cm in diameter are usually harvested, each of which fetching an amount of Rs. 10,000-50,000. The present investigation provides data on the crude protein content of the larvae and pupae which amounts to 52.82 and 60.99%, respectively, suggesting that hornet grubs represent an important source of nutrition. While V. mandarinia are considered as pest in western countries and most of East Asia, the present study suggests hornets as a promising alternative food item rich in protein and that hornet rearing can improve the state of health and economic situation of Nagaland’s poorer section of the society.

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Traditional rearing techniques of the edible Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia Smith) and its socio-economic perspective in Nagaland, India

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“…However, in the specific case of social wasps, there is a long tradition of harvesting wild nests to eat larvae and pupae, as well as the use of nests in medicine recipes. Moreover, collectors have also developed practices that can be understood to some extent as incipient vespiculture [ 39 ]. Although rigorous testing is required as current Vespa hornet rearing efforts are undeveloped, research indicates the prospect of a functional year-round Vespa hornet rearing process being developed.…”

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Asian Hornet, Vespa velutina Lepeletier 1836 (Hym.: Vespidae), Venom Obtention Based on an Electric Stimulation Protocol

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The yellow-legged Asian hornet (Vespa velutina Lepeletier 1836 (Hymenoptera: Vespidae)) is naturally distributed in China, Southeast Asia, and India; however, recently it has been detected outside of its native area, confirmed as being established in South Korea, Europe, and Japan. Health risks and deaths caused by the invasive Vespa velutina stings have become a public health concern, being the most common cause of anaphylaxis due to hymenopterans in some European regions. This in turn has led to increased demand from medical practitioners and researchers for Vespa velutina venom for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. In this study, a straightforward, quick, and inexpensive method for obtaining Vespa velutina venom by electric stimulation is described. The venom extracts were analyzed by nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H-NMR). The availability of Vespa velutina venom will lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic methods, mainly by venom immunotherapy (VIT), in patients allergic to this invasive species.

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“…In late summer, autumn, and winter, these nests increase in size and population, and are then classified as secondary nests. These kinds of nests can hold more than 13,000 hornets in late summer [ 28 , 29 ]. Then, the period of nest decline begins with the appearance of the males and the future queens ready for mating.…”

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Embryo, Relocation and Secondary Nests of the Invasive Species Vespa velutina in Galicia (NW Spain)

Diéguez‐Antón

Escuredo

Seijo

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Invasive species become established in non-native areas due to their intrinsic characteristics and the ability to adapt to new environments. This work describes the characteristics of the nesting behavior of the invasive yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina nigrithorax) in Galicia (Northwest Spain). The first nest was detected in the area in 2012 and after that, the distribution pattern shows a species-invasion curve with slow progress at first but followed by rapid expansion. The nesting places for this hornet differ between the kinds of nests, while embryo nests are mainly found in buildings in spring, secondary nests are observed in vegetation in summer, autumn, and winter. The annual life cycle starts when the queen builds the embryo nests and starts to lay eggs. This leads to the emergence of the first workers, usually small in size, and sometimes a few males. After this stage, large nests called secondary nests are normally observed in most exposed sites. Relocation nests can also be observed; these are nests in the first stage of development presenting adults insects but without brood or meconium. The period of decline is characterized by the emergence of new queens and males, that are distinguishable even in the pupal stage, the appearance of two eggs per cell, and an irregular brood pattern.

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Rearing techniques for hornets with emphasis on Vespa velutina (Hymenoptera: Vespidae): A review

Cited by 20 publications

References 104 publications

Traditional rearing techniques of the edible Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia Smith) and its socio-economic perspective in Nagaland, India

Traditional rearing techniques of the edible Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia Smith) and its socio-economic perspective in Nagaland, India

Asian Hornet, Vespa velutina Lepeletier 1836 (Hym.: Vespidae), Venom Obtention Based on an Electric Stimulation Protocol

Embryo, Relocation and Secondary Nests of the Invasive Species Vespa velutina in Galicia (NW Spain)

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