Terms and Conditions
Last updated: 16 October 2026
About the service
Hornet Watch Malta is a free, community-run tool for mapping the oriental hornet in Malta and Gozo. By using it you agree to these terms.
Submitting reports
- Only submit reports that are honest and to the best of your knowledge accurate.
- Don't include personal information about yourself or others, or offensive content.
- Only upload photos you took or have the right to share.
- By submitting, you allow your report to be shown publicly and shared (including as CSV) for research, beekeeping and policy purposes.
Moderation
Reports may be hidden or removed if they appear wrong, duplicated, abusive or spam.
Safety
Never try to destroy a nest yourself. Contact a licensed pest controller or your local council. In an emergency, call 112. Guidance on this site is general information, not professional advice.
No guarantee
Data is submitted by the public and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Effectiveness results are indicative signals, not a scientific study. The service is provided “as is”, and to the extent allowed by law we are not liable for decisions made using it.
Changes and law
These terms may be updated; the date above shows the latest version. They are governed by the laws of Malta.