# Yellow-Legged Hornets Threaten Bee Colonies | Charleston News

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Podcast: [Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7463313)
Published: 2026-09-08T19:43:27+00:00
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A deadly Asian hornet invasion is wreaking havoc on South Carolina’s honeybee population, with sightings exploding from 16 nests in 2024 to nearly 500 this year. These aggressive predators snatch and kill bees mid-air, threatening agriculture and pollination. Teams are racing to locate and destroy massive nests—some housing over 100,000 hornets—using specialized gear and even tree climbers, at a cost of up to $3,000 per nest. With the threat spreading north and public help crucial, experts urge residents to report sightings via Clemson’s online tool to stop this bee-butchering menace before it’s too late. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f8ef717835844cee

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