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PANIC IN ZEMUN: Giant hornet filmed on the second floor of a building! Vladica Stanković issues URGENT WARNING
A video of a giant hornet on the second floor of a building in Zemun has scared and disturbed residents. Aware that spring brings these dangerous insects, citizens are in fear, and the famous snake and hornet catcher, Vladica Stanković, explains in detail to Telegraf.rs what is actually happening during this period and how a single sting can be fatal.
TL;DR
- A giant hornet sighting in Zemun has alarmed residents.
- Hornets are becoming active as spring arrives.
- Queen hornets start new nests alone, acting as both queen and worker.
- A hornet colony can grow to 400-1000 individuals by late summer.
- Hornet nests are engineered structures made from chewed wood, maintaining a constant 31-degree temperature.
- Hornets are generally non-aggressive unless their nest is threatened.
- A threatened hornet releases an alarm pheromone, signaling a mass attack.
- Hornet stings can cause anaphylactic shock and be fatal, with effects varying by individual and sting location.
- Immediate first aid includes chewing allergy medication and seeking medical help urgently.
- Hornets are considered more dangerous than snakes by expert Vladica Stanković.