However, upon closer inspection, the so-called “Black Hornet” reveals itself to be an entirely different species. With a size of up to 2.8 centimeters and a metallic-black body, the insect ...

Hornet species is an ‘aggressive predator,’ scientists say. ... Both males and females have black to blackish-brown, light-brown and yellow coloring, the scientists said.

The hornets typically only attack people or pets when threatened, but can sting repeatedly. The hornet species has a large orange or yellow head and black-and-orange stripes across its body.