Britannica Insights: What is the Murder Hornet?

The video discusses the Asian giant hornet, often called the 'murder hornet', its threat to humans, and its recent introduction to the US. The hornet poses a low threat to humans but is a concern for agriculture due to its predation on honeybees. Honeybees are crucial for pollination, affecting food supply. The video also highlights the decline in insect populations due to human activities, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts.

What is the actual name of the insect commonly referred to as the 'murder hornet'?

• American giant hornet

• Asian giant hornet

• European giant hornet

• African giant hornet

What is the primary reason the Asian giant hornet is considered a threat to humans?

• It has a painful sting

• It has a venomous bite

• It can camouflage easily

• It can fly at high speeds

Where have Asian giant hornets been found in North America?

• Florida

• Northern Washington State

• Southern California

• Texas

Why are honeybees crucial to the planet's ecosystem?

• They help in soil aeration

• They are a food source for birds

• They pollinate a significant portion of crops

• They produce honey

What would be a consequence of the honeybee population being wiped out?

• Decrease in global temperatures

• Manual pollination would become necessary

• More efficient pollination by other insects

• Increased crop production

What is a recommended action to support honeybee populations?

• Use more pesticides

• Import bees from other countries

• Create habitats with native plants

• Capture and domesticate wild bees

What is the term used to describe the decline in insect populations worldwide?

• Insect extinction

• Insect apocalypse

• Insect reduction

• Insect crisis