With garden maintenance work, particularly hedge and shrub trimming, caution is advised. It is reminded that 60% of Asian hornet nests are currently at human height and a nest can be dangerous if disturbed. Approaching or attempting to destroy one yourself is strongly discouraged.
Autumn is a critical period for nest destruction to limit the spread of the Asian hornet. Residents are invited to report any spotted nests on the dedicated platform www.frelonsasiatiques.fr. Nest destruction may be covered by the Métropole, with procedures detailed on the platform. It is also recommended to forward this report to the town hall for community monitoring.
Acting now helps limit the spread of future founding queens next spring. Starting in March 2027, the municipality will intensify its efforts by setting up traps to capture these queens.
The town is seeking volunteers to help set up and monitor these traps. Interested individuals are invited to contact the town hall of Marcy-l’Étoile. Together, let's contribute to limiting the presence of the Asian hornet in our community.
