Stay updated as VespAI evolves, and contribute to hornet surveillance efforts
How to get involved
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Support VespAI financially
If you are interested in financially supporting the project, or have a business enquiry, please contact us using this email address.
Suggest additional hornet species
VespAI is currently configured to identify Vespa crabro, Vespa velutina, and Vespa orientalis, however these are just the start. If you are interested in automated identification of another hornet species, please contact us here.
In the UK? Take action
Download the Asian hornet watch app
The UKCEH’s Asian hornet watch app allows users to manually report potential Asian hornet sightings along with a photo for ID. These are then sent to a central database to support the UK’s rapid response strategy.
Learn to identify hornet species
Do you know the key differences between Asian hornets, European hornets, and other common insects? Put your skills to the test with the NBU’s hornet identification guide.
Track recent reports and sightings
The BBKA provides a live map of all confirmed Asian hornet sightings in the UK. Explore current and past report distributions to see risk levels for your region.
