Carpenter bees sound like industrious creatures, but trust us—you don’t want these “helpers” anywhere near your home. While pollinators are important to the ecosystem, carpenter bees are destructive ...

“There are some large bees that fly around my head in the vicinity of the arbor over my patio as I walk about. It’s a bit hard to relax when that happens, so I’m wondering what type of bees these are ...

Different species of bees, including carpenter bees, are essential pollinators that help our ecosystem thrive. Carpenter bees ensure plants and flowers grow, and they are also a key food source for ...

Notice giant black bees buzzing around your backyard? That could spell trouble for your deck or fence, according to David Headrick, Cal Poly professor emeritus of entomology and pest management. Those ...

Bees may be small in size, but they play a major role in ecosystems, pollinating trees, flowers, and other plants. But one type of bee does more than pollinate: the carpenter bee. Unlike bumblebees or ...

Notice giant black bees buzzing around your backyard? Those enormous insects you’ve spotted are carpenter bees, he said. Carpenter bees use their powerful jaws to burrow into wood, leaving “siding, ...

Gardeners know pollinators are essential, especially those industrious bees buzzing tirelessly in and out of squash blossoms and trumpet vines. But one kind of bee may wear your patience thin if ...

Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

Carpenter bees have emerged in Alabama, sending property owners into defense mode. These extra-large pollinators may seem intimidating. Unfortunately, they are intimidating because their primary ...

Carpenter bees cause damage to untreated wood by making holes where they live and nest. Use insecticides, traps, essential oils, and wood replacement to keep these pests at bay. Plugging holes can ...