Carpenter bees excavate tunnels in wood to create nests, hence the association with carpentry. While similar in appearance to regular bees, they have distinct characteristics that set them apart.

Carpenter bees have “shiny, iridescent, hairless” abdomens that can reflect blue, black and purple colors, while bumblebees ...

As April winds down, get ready to look for the signs of the slow flying bumble bees that are really carpenter bees that will ...

Spring is here, which means those giant bees buzzing around are back — and that could spell trouble for your porch or deck. The insects you’re seeing are carpenter bees, which are large bees ...

Carpenter bees can attract woodpeckers and lead to lots of damage to Georgia homes. Woodpeckers tend to feed in one spot for long periods of time and can cause significant damage to homes when ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -While honey bees nest in trees and bumble bees nest in the ground, carpenter bees nest in wood. Most carpenter bees spend their time around dead wood. They get their name ...

These large black bees hover around the outside of homes, buildings, sheds, barns, and decks. They are searching for mates and favorable sites to construct their nests. Carpenter bees resemble ...

Bee season is all the buzz in North Carolina. Last week, we told you about carpenter bees, which are one of the most effective pollinators in in the state. Unfortunately, they can also leave ...

Carpenter bees can attract woodpeckers and lead to lots of damage to Georgia homes. Woodpeckers tend to feed in one spot for long periods of time and can cause significant damage to homes when ...