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

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

Though the males do not have stingers, they can be territorial and will harass other carpenter bees and people who are near their nesting areas, the Extension says. Even if you don’t have holes in ...

“Bumble bees have a fuzzy rear and nest in the ground. They’re not drilling into your house.” Signs of a carpenter bee infestation include small circular openings in wood, piles of ...

Removing carpenter bees from your home is no one's ideal way ... Be sure to check the eaves, fascia boards, decks, and wooden furniture for signs of activity, and keep an eye out for entry holes ...

Quite a number of folks have called me during the last week or two about large black bees (that resemble bumblebees) hovering around eaves, decks, and wood siding of your ...

As spring arrives and homeowners begin to enjoy their outdoor spaces, a less welcome visitor often emerges: the carpenter bee. These industrious insects, while ...

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 ...

Even if you don’t have holes in your deck or porch, there are other signs carpenter bees may be nearby, Hayes said. “You’ll see them looking for areas where they can burrow,” Hayes said ...