Carpenter bees look like typical bumblebees but often lack yellow stripes. They are solitary bees.
Habits
Unlike bumble bees, carpenter bees are solitary
insects. Female carpenter bees will chew a tunnel into a piece of
wood to build a nest gallery. The bits of wood she chews and deposits
outside the nest are called frass. The male carpenter bee guards the
outside of the nest. He does not have a stinger, but his constant
buzzing causes concern for some.
Habitat
Carpenter bees bore through soft woods to lay eggs
and protect their larvae as they develop.
Threats
Carpenter bees do not pose a public health threat,
but they can damage wood through their nest building.
Prevention:
Carpenter bees prefer bare wood, so painting and
staining wood can sometimes deter them. However, they will sometimes
attack stained or painted wood, so contact a pest control professional
for assistance.
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