Its presence here is so concerning a new Asian Hornet Management group has been set up by the government, and members of the public are being asked to report any sightings.
An Asian insect which poses a significant threat to Irish honeybees has been found here.
The single Asian Hornet - otherwise known as the yellow-legged-hornet - was discovered in Cork city last weekend, and has since been captured.
Its presence here is so concerning a new Asian Hornet Management group has been set up by the government, and members of the public are being asked to report any sightings.
Junior Minister for Biodiversity Christopher O'Sullivan says its likely it arrived here in a shipment of timber.

Sharp Rise In M9 Collisions With Garda Call-Outs Up Year-On-Year
Councillor Seeks Clarity On How Often Nightclubs and Late Bars In Naas Are Inspected For Fire Risks
New Figures From CSO Reveal How Much International Protection Applicants Earn Compared To Average Worker In Ireland
Unpaid Eight-Month Work And Training Placement For Adults With Disabilities Branded "Extremely Unfair"
Department Of Education Defends Kildare SNA Cuts Amid Claims Of Reduced Need At Some Schools
Naas Nurses Threaten Escalation As Staffing Row Deepens
Driving Tests Face Disruption As RSA Testers To Strike Next Week
Jury Delivers Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity Verdict In Ballyfin Demesne Strangling Case