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 ...

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