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Featured on 1News!
At WaspMan, we pride ourselves on being Auckland’s trusted wasp extermination experts. Recently, our team was featured in a compelling 1News segment by TVNZ, highlighting our expertise in tackling a massive wasp nest in South Auckland.
This wasn’t just any nest – it was a monster, with over 200,000 wasps spanning generations! Our lead exterminator, Lloyd Carpenter, showcased the advanced techniques and tools we use to handle even the most challenging infestations.
From specialised equipment like high-pressure dusters to the strategic teamwork required for safe wasp nest removal, this video offers a behind-the-scenes look at how WaspMan goes above and beyond to protect the community.
Experience the precision, skill, and professionalism of WaspMan as we take on one of the largest wasp nests ever documented in Auckland – a huge wasp nest of over 200 000 wasps. Check it out here
Credit: Video courtesy of TVNZ and 1News.
photo by Biosecurity NZ
Auckland’s Fight Against the Yellow-Legged Hornet Intensifies
Efforts to eradicate the invasive yellow-legged hornet in Auckland are ramping up, with authorities using advanced tracking technology to locate and destroy nests. Experts warn that the warm, humid summer has created ideal breeding conditions, increasing the urgency to eliminate the pest before it spreads further. With each nest capable of producing hundreds of new queens, early detection and public reporting are critical in helping stop the hornet from establishing itself across the country.
Listen to Lloyd “The Waspman” Carpenter return to RNZ with the latest update on the yellow-legged hornet threat.
Waspman on Biosecurity’s New Hornet Find and the Risks Ahead
Biosecurity New Zealand has confirmed the detection of two additional queen yellow-legged hornets in Auckland, heightening concerns about the spread of this invasive species. These hornets are a serious threat to honeybee colonies and can have a major impact on crop yields if they become established. Lloyd “Waspman” Carpenter, a member of the Waspman team, shares his insights on what the discovery means for New Zealand. He explains why early detection and rapid response are critical in preventing the species from gaining a foothold. The interview also covers the strategies being used to monitor and eliminate the hornets before they can cause lasting damage. Lloyd highlights the importance of community awareness and reporting sightings to help protect local ecosystems. This discovery serves as a reminder of the ongoing risks invasive species pose to both agriculture and wildlife.
To understand the situation in greater detail, watch the NZ Herald interview, where Lloyd explains the risks and the response underway.
Credit: Video courtesy of NZ Herald.
Buzz of Concern: Yellow-Legged Hornets Detected in Auckland
Lloyd (also known as WaspMan) sharing insights into yellow-legged hornets, an invasive hornet species recently spotted in Auckland
Aucklanders are warned about the recent detection of yellow-legged hornets, an invasive species capable of threatening local bee populations and ecosystems. A biosecurity expert explains that the hornets prey on honeybees, potentially disrupting pollination and affecting agriculture. Listeners are urged to watch for large hornets with distinctive yellow legs and to report any sightings to the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) or contact us.
Listen to Lloyd (Waspman) as he share his insights on the yellow-legged hornet threat on RNZ
Watch WaspMan in Action
Featured on 1News!
At WaspMan, we pride ourselves on being Auckland’s trusted wasp extermination experts. Recently, our team was featured in a compelling 1News segment by TVNZ, highlighting our expertise in tackling a massive wasp nest in South Auckland.
This wasn’t just any nest – it was a monster, with over 200,000 wasps spanning generations! Our lead exterminator, Lloyd Carpenter, showcased the advanced techniques and tools we use to handle even the most challenging infestations.
From specialised equipment like high-pressure dusters to the strategic teamwork required for safe wasp nest removal, this video offers a behind-the-scenes look at how WaspMan goes above and beyond to protect the community.
Experience the precision, skill, and professionalism of WaspMan as we take on one of the largest wasp nests ever documented in Auckland – a huge wasp nest of over 200 000 wasps. Check it out here
Credit: Video courtesy of TVNZ and 1News.
Listen to the Full RNZ Feature
Want to hear more about this incredible story? WASPMAN’s record-breaking wasp nest removal was featured on RNZ’s Morning Report. Wasp expert Lloyd Carpenter, WASPMAN’s lead exterminator, shared his insights and described the experience in detail.
Click below to listen to the full feature:
Seven Sharp Joins Lloyd Carpenter for a Wasp Extermination Mission in Auckland
Recently, WASPMAN’s very own Lloyd Carpenter took a local news crew, Seven Sharp – on a ride-along to showcase what it takes to handle Auckland’s growing wasp problem. As one of the city’s top wasp exterminators, Lloyd shared his expertise on wasp control, the specialised equipment needed for safe nest removal, and why wasp activity has skyrocketed this summer
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