Once spring has sprung, insects tend to come out of the woodwork. For some creatures, like carpenter bees, we mean that literally. Carpenter bees are aptly named for where they nest: inside wood. This ...

If you've noticed large bees buzzing around your deck, siding or other wooden parts of your house, you're likely dealing with a carpenter bee infestation. While these bees may look intimidating and ...

The fat bees are back, as are the tiny holes they love to drill in decks and porches. Carpenter bees (not to be confused with bumblebees or honeybees) are large bees with shiny, black tail sections.

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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 with ...

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 ...

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 ...

A male carpenter bee. Courtesy of Matt Bertone. The fat bees are back, as are the tiny holes they love to drill in decks and porches. Carpenter bees (not to be confused with bumblebees or honeybees) ...