Hornet Colony Life Cycle

A young hornet queen survives winter and finds a tree hole to start a new colony. She builds the nest, forages for food, and lays eggs. After 14 days, her first larvae hatch and begin helping her. As more workers emerge, they assist in feeding the growing colony, ensuring its survival and growth.

What is the first task the Hornet queen undertakes after finding a suitable tree hole?

• Feeding larvae

• Finding a mate

• Laying eggs

• Building the nest

How long does it take for the queen's first egg to show results?

• 21 days

• 14 days

• 7 days

• 10 days

What role does the first batch of larvae play in the colony?

• They protect the queen

• They look after their siblings

• They build the nest

• They forage for food

What happens a few days after the first helper emerges?

• The queen lays more eggs

• A second helper appears

• The nest is expanded

• The queen leaves the colony

What is the main task of the new workers that join the colony?

• Guarding the nest

• Building new nests

• Hunting for food

• Caring for the queen