This adaptation allows them to exploit fermented fruits that other animals might avoid, expanding their dietary options.

A recent study from Tel Aviv University (TAU) unveils a surprising biological feat of the Oriental hornet: it appears to be ...

A BOOZY creature is able to “drink unlimited amounts of alcohol” with seemingly no downsides. The animal has been described ...

The Oriental hornet (Vespa orientalis) doesn't have to worry about assigning a designated driver on a wasp night out, or ...

To the best of our knowledge, Oriental hornets are the only animal in nature adapted to consuming alcohol as a metabolic fuel ...

A new study from the School of Zoology and the Steinhardt Museum of Natural History at Tel Aviv University has revealed that ...

Vespa orientalis fed an 80-percent-ethanol brew still did hornet tasks and had normal life spans. This trick may be an adaptation to gut-dwelling yeast.

Israeli researchers have discovered the oriental hornet as the first animal that can consume alcohol without adverse effects.

A new study from Tel Aviv University (TAU) has revealed that the Oriental hornet is the only animal in nature capable of ...

Israeli researchers have identified the oriental hornet as the first animal capable of consuming vast amounts of alcohol ...

LaMelo Ball has been tearing it up offense. Now new Hornets coach Charles Lee wants Ball to prove he can do it on defense, ...

Now scientists say that the Oriental hornet is the "only known animal" that is capable of such a feat. Humans are relatively good at consuming alcohol – but still suffer significant effects on ...