Male carpenter bees lack stingers, and though females do have them, they are docile and don’t sting unless handled or ...

If you do happen to spot a carpenter bee nest in your property, be sure to seal it to prevent the bees from returning. Specialists also recommend using oils like almond or citrus to make the area ...

The bees are effective pollinators, but the holes they leave behind can be a nuisance and can lead to further damage from fungi and attacks by other insects, such as carpenter ants, according to ...

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 behind holes in your deck when they build their nests.

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Most carpenter bees spend their time around dead wood. They get their name from being able to dig holes into wood, where they lay their eggs after mating. Most holes are about a half an inch in ...