My Pet Hornets! Hornets Nests Inside Boxes!

[@danoberste8146]

Hornets are amazing. I had one (I guess European) that hung out with me for a week while I was alone building my cabin. She seemed REALLY interested in whatever I was working on, hovering and darting back and forth looking at my handywork then looking me in the face. I was able to set up my camera to capture her hovering a few inches from my face for a dozen or so seconds at a time. She was genuinely inquisitive. You can really see the dinosaur ancestry in those emus! 🐱‍🐉

[@JerseyDevilJerseyGirl]

She didn’t sting you???

[@ItzBIULD]

@@JerseyDevilJerseyGirl usually European hornets aren't that territorial and are more docile

[@edwardgomez5616]

@@JerseyDevilJerseyGirl my old boss got stung about 7 times and had to go to the er. He came back to work about 4 days later. I seen where the hornets stung him around his belly button. He stayed out of work due to his balls swelling up. At least that's what he said 🤷

[@thesleevedsinger]

That was the best 35 minutes of my day! You are so awesome. Your babies are cute and you have peaked my interest SO much with an insect that terrified me when i was younger. Please don’t stop doing what you do! It’s so informative and precise, yet down to earth. You take out the science of this whole thing and just break it down to just loving the ecosystem. Missed your videos so much! Thank you!

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Wow man! Thanks so much! Im honored you enjoyed it so much! Thanks for watching!

[@anthonyladuca8165]

Do u come to staten island for nest removal

[@dickiegreenleaf750]

​@@HornetKingOfficial ​ Honored? Wonder why.

[@cody4925]

@@dickiegreenleaf750 because people appreciate his content. It’s a simple concept.

[@Voidinthekobold]

@@HornetKingOfficial very funny

[@maryjanebeatty6030]

Sometimes life just gets in the way. Great to see your videos again! Glad your back. Thanks for sharing and letting me tag along

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thank you for being here!

[@TomHigginsWx]

This is fantastic. Love that you relocate these nests. Very cool a customer asked to relocate and not just kill them!

[@j_yeld3554]

Thanks for relocating their nests! And thanks for educating us on their importance to the environment!

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thanks!

[@bimbelimbim4998]

I think the reason they partially plug their entryway is to keep larger creatures out. It is a simple enough safety measure. Make it so many that only they can just fit through. Also makes the entry much easier to guard.

[@Taltharius]

I always tread lightly around the local yellowjackets in my area; beneficial as they may be for the ecosystem, the ones in my area are still way too 'interested' in what I'm eating. Not to mention that their subterranean nest entrances aren't always easy to spot, before it's too late. Bald-faced hornets though... I don't mind those ones nearly as much. Unlike their smaller yellowjacket relatives, they don't scavenge dead or decaying matter (so they won't bother me at a picnic), and their hanging 'aerial nests' are much easier to spot from afar, sending a very clear 'Do NOT approach' message to anyone that sees it. Furthermore, bald-faced hornets seem especially fond of catching flies, especially the larger 'biting' flies like horse flies and deer flies. Incidentally, they seem to occasionally hide next to dead or decaying matter in order to ambush the flies or smaller yellowjackets that show up to scavenge. If I had to pick between dealing with bald-faced hornets versus dealing with biting flies, I'd pick the wasps every time.

[@nomadiavan6560]

I love how you all live in harmony with each other. Oh and watching those emus take off running was fun to watch.

[@stacyrussell460]

Your videos have helped me with my fear of bees, wasps, etc. I'm highly allergic to them all, so my knee jerk reaction is always to be terrified of them. Since watching your channel, I'm more educated & understand they're not out there to get me. Most of them have important jobs & barely notice me. And I now know that if there's a lot of bee activity somewhere, a nest may be close by so I try to avoid the area. I have a lot more respect for them than ever before & I thank you.

[@mizzshortie907]

Same I am allergic and two summers ago my son randomly threw a stick of the bike trail into the woods and within 20 seconds we were swarmed by wasps getting stung so many times it was incredibly terrifying but thinking back it was probably equally terrifying for them that there home was probably knocked down or at least hot by a random stick

[@zuriamariya7004]

So cool to see! I used to be so scared of wasps and hornets but I’m trying to change that and this video really helped. I’m also glad that you can relocate the nests and know what they need to thrive. The baldies are almost cute in a way haha, so are the little larva bobbing in and out when the adults come past. Never thought I’d say hornets were cute! Also I love birds so that makes you extra awesome.

[@kimsoderholm9101]

Amazing how the hornet was checking out the new nest part and seemed to be thrilled and thinking it was amazing.

[@chrissquitieri3628]

I love how the animals all know you are there for them. That's great to see. I'm actually babysitting my friends rabbit for a month while there on vacation. I had my own rabbit but he passed away. So it's nice to have her here for the time being. Great to see you again and your growing pack...

[@SH-os1ck]

Rabbit stew!

[@JerseyDevilJerseyGirl]

I’m so sorry about your bunny 🙁

[@chrissquitieri3628]

@@JerseyDevilJerseyGirl thnk you

[@ec8423]

Glad to see you back and to know all is well other than the racoon getting your chickens and that whole sad mess,take care and thanks for the video love your channel.

[@ReverendGuyWallis]

Raccoons eat chickens??

[@kitsvn]

Thank you and welcome back! I love the wasps, and that you respect them enough to relocate them.

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thank you too!

[@marksaunders2500]

Hi from uk mate 👋👍 great to see your back brother missed you 👍 and missed the way you interact with the little friends to us all 👌 pleased the bald faced pulled back round and and started making a house a home 👍 hope you are ok mate and dad had great send off too but looks like your back stronger and wait to see how emus progress throughout their journey with you much love over pond to you and the new additions 👌 thanks for your time and be safe see you soon👍👋

[@d.f.4511]

I generally find wasps, bees and hornets to pretty easy going as long as one is calm and respectful. I've accidentally put my face super close to vespid nests in irrigation timer boxes, wood piles and so forth and have not been stung...knock wood. I don't feel that way about the so-called Yellow Jackets, though; I have been stung by them seemingly without provocation. Generally, the hymenopterans are a pretty awesome, and diverse insect order; I loved learning about them in my entomology classes. I always leave nests, because I know they are keeping my garden and nursery plants clean of hemipterous and other soft body pest insects.

[@ogopogo1916]

I read about a guy in Canada that made a juice that wasps loved and every few days he would cut up coloured construction paper in it. The wasps would come and take it to build their nests. A new colour every couple of days. The nests they made were multicolored and beautiful.

[@beckaliz]

I love watching the emus run around!!! Please keep us updated. What a fun mix of content.

[@Jayneflakes]

It is so refreshing to see someone else who loves wasps and their kind. They truly are fascinating animals.

[@silverfox9004]

I also love wasps, despite being stung many times.

[@sandyaw3057]

Omg…you’re back!! I was panicking, I thought something happened to you or the Hornet Queen or your son. Thank God it was none of those things. Welcome back!

[@annam1349]

Omg same. I thought they got divorced because I havent seen her on his IG.

[@sandyaw3057]

@@annam1349 I haven’t either..I hope I didn’t put my foot in my mouth! 🫢

[@annam1349]

@@sandyaw3057 welllll…. I still see a ring on his finger so I assume they’re still good

[@sandyaw3057]

@@annam1349 Duhhhh…lol blonde moment here!

[@smellycat249]

Y’all crazy

[@georgeloveless4176]

Glad your back! I was convinced you weren't coming back, so when I seen I had a video from you, I was very happy. I learn so much from you and your work. Thank you!

[@peaches8705]

I never thought I’d be so interested in a bug that scares me. I’m so glad you uploaded!!! The emus are so CUTE

[@Bouch1018]

Hey I was just doing something I learned from you today! I have 4-5 small pieces of firewood that I left out to see what would happen out of personal curiosity and wouldn’t you know, they built a small baseball nest with an entry tube about 10 feet away and maybe 15 feet up from the wood. Absolutely fascinating.

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Awesome! Enjoy watching them grow this summer!

[@Bouch1018]

@@HornetKingOfficial I’ve been scared of them forever so it’s actually helped a lot with that. Used to run away lol. Now I just kinda watch where they go. Love your vids keep up the great work!

[@AB-ye4vq]

Good to see you back and always looking forward to your vids. You did a great job while you’re away though. I’m sorry about what happened to Pigeon and Giblet. Will miss your original 3 chickens. Angel, Ginger and Pigeon. ❤️ But glad to see additional chickens and Emu’s.

[@tylociraptor8131]

I recently caught a potter wasp in a cup and brought it outside to release it. I'm TERRIFIED of wasps and hornets (I got swarmed as a child), but your videos are a big help to overcome the fear. :D Glad to see you uploading again

[@Nedyah74]

My husband and I are so, so glad that you've posted a new video cause we really missed watching new ones you post. I'm very sorry to hear about Giblet and Pigeon's passing cause we loved the segments where they would devour the larvae from the nests you removed. Your videos are so educational and fun to watch. Please make more because we really do love them. Oh, one more thing, you were not sure what kind of chicken the ginger colored ones are.....well, they're called Golden Buffs. I know because I have the exact same kind. Thanks again Hornet King and be careful doing what you do.

[@jonwelderbeast.438]

We live on a small farm in Normandy France. Our neighbour keeps cattle within a few meters of our property, with them comes millions of flies. We had two Hornet nests appear in the walls of our house. One European and one Asian. They both attacked each other, but never ever us, and...they wiped-out the fly problem within a few months. Both types are great insects, and I feed them cider and calvados, which they love. Both species have never been a problem to us, or stung us. Amazing creatures, long may they exist.

[@prettyinpink5293]

I just LOOOVE how you talk to them, your tone, it's so sweet! Your animals & insects are very lucky to have you in their care. 🤗

[@IronRiviera]

Here's to you Brother! Being kind to animals is paramount. We all depend on each other.

[@Hayley0412]

I throughly enjoyed this video, i am really into old cars and yours looks stunning , you live in a beautiful part of the world, I live in Brecon Wales, it is very beautiful surrounded by mountains, I love your videos they are amazing so please make lots more, your animals are lucky to have you! I have been binge watching your videos, I had an accident and I lost my leg, you really are good company! ❤️❤️❤️

[@nplacemksd]

I appreciate how you educate us on the importance of wasp. Like many, I do not want them in and around my home, but I know how important they are. I am so terrified when I see a wasp flying around. I'm sure it comes from being stung from throwing my arms around in fear when i would see one and would get stung.🥺🤣😵‍💫😳. I do my best now to slowly get out of the area. Thank you again for sharing your passion. Do what you love and you will never work another day in your life. BTW, your place is looking great. When you have time for more videos, maybe you can share more about your family, if they are ok with that.

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Exactly! Thats all I care about is that people just learn a little and appreciate their importance! Thanks for watching!!

[@brendahenderson7130]

It's 3am, and I just happened to stumble across you yesterday evening. I had no clue how much I needed you in my life! So fun to binge on your videos. And NOW, I'm going to sleep for a few hours before I have to get up for work 😬

[@dupeesfashionconsultant4204]

I wish more people would do this with native non invasive species this guy's doing crucial work

[@Laciesgrl33]

I’m glad you’re back. I miss the education you give on how wasps benefit the environment. I also enjoyed seeing your automobiles in this video.

[@crocheting-around-the-planet]

As much as I have a healthy fear of these creatures, I have missed your video’s… great content 😊👍🏼 thank you

[@annam1349]

I MISSED HIM TOO!!

[@joannejardee3574]

You must have the most patient and understanding wife in the world. Your menagerie is growing and even "pet hornets" by the front door. I have learned so much by watching your channel and the ones from the bee man. So educational. We humans are amazed how the ancient Egyptians and other peoples built huge monuments our of stone, whereas we should be amazed how these tiny insects build beautiful structures out of spittle, one mouthful at a time.

[@michaelhylanddpt]

I’m happy to see you putting out content again! Missed you. Sorry for all of the crap that’s been thrown your way this year with these losses of the animals, your Dad, etc. That doesn’t even come close to an adequate wish of condolences.

[@alanaction-]

Was just thinking about your channel yesterday when i realized that you hadn't uploaded in 3 months. Happy to see that you're still around! Looking forward to more videos.

[@robinmccartney4485]

Glad you’re back, missed watching. I can deal with honey bees because I was raised around them, but paper wasps, yellow jackets and bald faced hornets no way. I was constantly stung by them the worst being a bald faced hornet right between the eyes. My face and eyes were pretty much swelled shut. I just don’t know why they like me. 😁🐝🐝🐝

[@anniesh1955]

You've had so many changes, it's exciting to see all your new animals. I love those Emus; they are just beautiful. I feel so very sad about your chickens, 😥. So happy to see the new baby squirrel. It's amazing to watch the bees. Good luck with your new bees. Can't wait to see more videos!

[@lwhite530]

So glad to see you back! Loving the emus!! They are cute

[@brettlejeune7009]

Glad to have you back, nice to see all the new animals and nest

[@billhardy7870]

I wish I lived next door to you! It would be so interesting to watch the Emus grow, the chickens eat the combs and the hornet nests develop. Even though I'm pretty petrified of the many varietions in the wasp family most likely due to an incident as a 5 year old kid when my younger brother and myself were outside in a fenced in play area where yellowjackets had built a nest where a water faucet had been removed and we lifted a piece of downspout and shoved it into the hole which, of course, the yellowjackets did not like and swarmed up and out of the pipe covering the both of us. My Mom always said our screams nearly broke the windows as they undressed us and pulled the wasps out of our clothes. Obviously, we were not allergic and in the 1950's, wasp stings were not something one would go to the hospital for. Unless one lapsed into a coma. It did however instill quite a fear of wasps and bees, but I now have no fear of bees and the utmost respect for wasps. In fact, yellowjackets have built a nest in a compost bin made out of an old fence and since it's not in a high traffic area in the yard, I just left it. I work around it, but not too close as I've had a few stings so far when I've been a little too close for comfort for them. 🙂

[@ChuckRussell87]

Certainly glad to see an update video man. Sorry about the chickens you lost, but congrats on the new animals as well. Driveway and stuff looks nice also. Was interesting to see how the Bald Faced Hornets reacted to being placed in a cavity like that. Just had no idea what to do. They seem to be pretty smart, but instinct overrode their intelligence it appeared. Good luck with all the relocated hornets and all your animals. Looks like the Emus are a lot of fun too.

[@KaryShort-wi7kv]

So wonderful 👍😊 to see 🙈🙉🙊🐵 wasp 🐝 s and bee 🐝 s in general 😜🤪😛! 15:25

[@brian70Cuda]

You are so cool my Brother! You have the A inside now!!! Love the Emews too, such cool big birds:) Happy to see you back my friend.

[@Johny9405]

I'm glad people are starting to ask for relocations rather than removals. I know relocation isnt always 100% feasible for just 1 man but it speaks volumes of your work. If we can get people to see the value of all living things, great and small, and their role in their environment our world become a better place for sure.

[@caroljmcbr]

It is heart warming to see those little emus running around and around like they're in their own little heaven....not cooped up or restrained. You're the best!!

[@talonracer67]

You reminded me a long time ago when I was younger I worked on a farm. The "pappy" was a mean old man for sure. One summer there was a huge hornet nest near his work shop. My cousin and I told him were were gonna wait until dark and burn the nest. He yelled at us saying you leave them alone they leave you alone plus they were very beneficial. We thought he was nuts. Later that summer he told us he was working in his shed and this nasty neighbor dog came was growing at him, the hornets swarmed and stung that dog so bad he went yelping back home. The old man insisted the bees considered him part of the hive and defended him. Amazing how a You Tube channel that popped up in your feed makes you think of a bizarre incident from long ago. Subscribed

[@wasphunter7131]

Another great vid always enjoy the crazy stuff you do with them

[@amanilegacy7336]

I love this. It is so hard to find documentaries on hornets and wasps. 99% of online content is how to kill them. You’re bringing a balance and I appreciate that! More and more videos on the life of these amazing creatures, please. It would be so cool to figure out how to have an observational box with video of a ground nesting species.

[@koda90]

Just subscribed to you yesterday after binging your whole channel, what a lovely surprise to have you back so soon! Great video as always :)

[@daveking9393]

Enjoyed as usual. Thanks for sharing. Great to have you back. Emu additions are going to be enjoyable to watch. All the best.

[@MagsyMoo]

So glad you’re back! What a fabulous video too - what you do is fascinating and it’s lovely to see how much you genuinely care and in turn educate us about creatures that have such a bad reputation. Nice to see Squirrel and what about the Emus! How funny were they when you let them race around. Thanks for creating another top class video and I cannot wait to see the development of the nests and birds. Well done Bret :)

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

[@asiasarai]

Why are you

[@chrispy104k]

Seeing a couple of Emu's is really cool since I am from Western Australia where we have millions of the things out in the bush. I should warn you that they get really big and can trample things around them so be careful. Not sure how the chooks a going to like having two monsters in their same enclosure but time will tell.

[@jordanmelian4600]

Because of you I was able to let my mom know that she has a nest inside her porch. I remembered all the signs from your videos. The other day I was at a friends house and was able to pin point exactly where a nest was in his roof based on watching where bees were entering and also a small portion of the nest entrance was hanging out of a small hole in his roof.

[@adelacoburn1396]

Yes, it sure has been a minute and I'm excited to see your video and the hornets. Well, once again I've learned something new about the Bald face. Wow, it's a bummer to lose OG girls (hens) to a trash panda =( .. love the Emu's, cute little hot rod runners, lol. Glad you're back and thanks for sharing, see ya soon =).

[@traceycollins7989]

Good morning from the UK I've just recently started watching and subscribed to your channel. Love how u interact with your animals makes me laugh. I don't like wasps one little bit but it amazes me watching your videos. Enjoyed this new release and sorry about your chickens.

[@janerawlinson4617]

So glad to see you back I have missed you and the hornet queen and even the wasps(shiver convulsing)

[@gordoninthailand]

Been a minute, glad your ok. Most times KZbinrs just disappear and we never find out why. Glad to see any new content from you.

[@Kluleess]

:) The Hornet King is back! I LOVE how you take care of the hornets, emu's and chickens. I would love to know how you trained the squirrel to feel safe around you too. SUPER AWESOME!!!!! * The chicken door is brilliant also.

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thank you so much!

[@kse5289]

Thank you for the long video. Just checked your page this morning and was worried. Glad life is doing you good.

[@paullieu7571]

Love your squirrel and emu's lol. Looks so fun how u take care of them and how they eat out of your hand!! Keep up the good work, all u need now is maybe bees

[@auggie532]

Great to see you back! Looks wise, bald faced hornets are probably my faves - that jailbreak black and white is so cool.

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Super glad you are okay....Been wondering about you.....This is a super fun video...Mosquitoes are also quite effective insect pollinators Ans EMU's are such sweet birds.....Thanks brother.....Shoe🇺🇸

[@lego_annihilator8439]

I just found this channel and immediately I subed because this kind of stuff fascinates me. I do not like wasp or hornets or stinging insects but I like learning about them and it's always interesting to see someone want to help nature and relocate a animal that is mostly hated by everyone. Can't wait to see more from you

[@karinswietzer7704]

Im fascinated by these videos even though im terrified of bees and wasps. Im actually learning some things about them and I guess they're useful in some ways.... My favorite part is at the end of your videos when you feed your chickens the larvae!

[@sophieterry8175]

I’ve recently become obsessed with these videos. Kudos to you!!

[@TheIbwahooka]

Knocking out that Hornet Queen list! Glad to see the new upload.

[@beverlyburch4467]

This us one of the best videos you've ever done! Thank you!

[@roystoltzfus8919]

My family and I enjoy watching your videos. I grew up 2 miles from your place on a farm. I accidentally figured out where you live while driving by your place. I saw your " got wasp ? " sign and saw the red barn in your videos. Small world.

[@Angela7548.]

Man you have the best content on KZbin! Was hoping all was well it had been awhile since a post! Love your channel!

[@camr5281]

You're back! I learn so much from your videos. I also enjoy watching your interaction with the animals.

[@danhei]

What a great video. I have learned a fair bit about wasps and hornets just by watching your videos. If I find a nest on my property I will consider leaving it (depending on the location)to develop as nature intended. They aren’t so scary now.

[@Hulbatross]

wish everyone would watch this and learn something. Most people don't realize the importance of just one species. Great vid!!

[@emzu690]

Is great to see you back! It was a hard week for me and now I‘m sitting back and enjoying my saturday watching the Hornet King 👍👍 Love the changes in your house

[@seanreddy985]

Glad to see your back up to posting. Sorry about your loss to both chics and father in law. I just saw that last night. Cnt wait to see more. You make a fl man miss his Pa a lot lol. Dang those emus are quick lol

[@mirandagarcia2081]

I love watching your chickens eat the remaining nests. So satisfying!

[@vegavak]

love the emus! very cool to see you rehoming the nests at your house. wild haha

[@Hezaryus]

Happy to see that despite your job you still love the animals and have a fascinations for them. Truly a hornet king!

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thanks!

[@nthelight079]

Fascinated by your process with the ramp and the envelope. So glad to see a new video from you.

[@Brian-cr6rb]

Welcome back King! OMG! DEFINITELY DIGGING THE EMUS!

[@michaelmcdermott1054]

Glad you're back!!!! Another great video! Thanks again for your content!

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Thank you!

[@bryceolson6670]

Awesome video. I thought it was interesting the bald faced hornets wouldn’t build in the box. It makes sense since it’s not in their nature. I have seen an exception though. Last summer 2021 season I noticed some bald faced hornets going in a hole in the ground beside the shop here. The nest ended up being about 3 feet over from the entrance hole and 8 inches down. I live in Saskatchewan so most buildings have foam around the foundation to keep the frost from running down in the winter. Anyway they found the foam and chewed out a spot for their nest no paper in there only a comb about the size of a dinner plate. just thought id tell you about that probably pretty rare for bald faced hornets. Thanks for the videos I’ve thought wasps and hornets were cool since I was a kid.

[@wendyleathomas7880]

Love the animals after the relocation process. Very calming

[@alanblasczyk1779]

Outstanding. I was wondering where you went. I was missing your videos. Good stuff indeed.

[@kevinhagner4255]

Glad ur back, I have learned more about wasps and hornets and yellow jackets in a couple years than I did my whole life lol. And I’m 39, all I knew is loading hogs or cleaning out corn cribs never where anything yellow. Well at least in missouri both times got destroyed by red wasps with yellow shorts or shirt on. Literally destroyed lol

[@sarahbee995]

Omg I missed you hornet king! rotfl at harry potter "you liar!!' I was re watching some of your videos last night thinking when will he be back 😊🤗❤️ welcome back! I am Soo happy that you have new life in your surroundings again.

[@richberryhill4179]

Good to see you back!!! Love the new Emu's and squirrel. Hope to see more soon.

[@gregedmand9939]

Mini veloceraptors! It's great to see you adding the Emus and new birds to your flock.

[@livc1981]

Wow. 👍 Thanks for answering all my questions about wasps. They're so interesting 🤔 Nice to learn about them. 😊

[@wildhorses6815]

I 💙ur videos, all the animals & ur beautiful property. I can watch all day long!!! Always a 👍🆙💯🐝🐔🐿️🦉🦋

[@vickicrabtree3944]

Fascinating!! You “Wasp Whisperer” 😆💖

[@MsRadders]

Yeasss you’re back. I was in withdrawal!! Can’t wait to catch up 👏🏽🎉🐝

[@gilded_lady]

Welcome back! I've missed your menagerie! Omg! Those emu really can zip along!

[@Deltadawn7]

I love the birds talk I do this with pets so cute! Never knew wasp could be interesting normally I just run when I see them lol thanks fir the video

[@SFrye87]

Thank you Hornet King for your videos! I have a severe phobia of wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, bees, all members of that family. But your videos are very interesting and I'm trying to gain control over my fear by watching them, these creatures really are fasinating.

[@tkmccoywv]

I just love watching him with his critters. He obviously loves the.

[@matthewdenney3181]

Super cool info and content! You are the HORNET KING! Thanks for education also. Cheers!

[@samaccardi]

The Return of the King! I’ve been peeled to your socials for updates. Glad to see you back :)