I was upset to find dead bees, specifically Valley Carpenter Bees, as I said in my last post about bees. It appears other folks might want them dead and gone or at least off of their property. I hope to offer them sanctuary and welcome them at Hanbury House. Valley Carpenter Bees are native bees … Read more
Fox Pest Control provides experienced carpenter bee exterminators in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding area. Carpenter Bees look like bumblebees with less fuzz. We can also get rid of bees, wasps, yellow jackets, and hornets in Virginia Beach. Despite their innocent appearance, these pests can cause major damage to your Virginia Beach home. Female … Read more
Bees play a vital role in pollinating plants and supporting biodiversity and the food chain. While most bees are beneficial, some species can become pests or threaten human safety. Knowing how to identify good bees from bad bees enables proper management to nurture pollinators while protecting people and property. The Vital Role of Bees in … Read more
Seeing a bee hive in a tree on your property can be alarming. Your first instinct may be to get rid of it as quickly as possible before you or your family gets stung. However, destroying a bee hive can be dangerous if not done properly. When removing a bee hive, it’s crucial to do … Read more
Bees with white spots on their bodies can sometimes be confusing to identify correctly. While there are many bee species that have black and yellow striped bodies, some also feature white markings that can appear as spots or bands. Learning to recognize bees with white spots can help you identify species correctly and understand their … Read more
The yellow head bumble bee, also known as the yellow-fronted bumble bee or yellowhead bumblebee, is a truly fascinating insect As its name suggests, it can be easily identified by its bright yellow head. But there is much more to this bee than meets the eye In this article, we’ll explore the yellow head bumble … Read more
ID tips: Yellow and black bands and an orange tail. Small size. Males have yellow facial hair. Description: The UK’s smallest bumblebee. Common in gardens and other areas with trees and bushes. The early bumblebee is a key pollinator of summer fruits such as raspberries. Bees are incredibly diverse, with over 20,000 species worldwide. While … Read more
Title The Giant Carpenter Bee – Michigan’s Largest Native Bee The largest bee native to Michigan is the giant carpenter bee Xylocopa virginica. This sizable stinger can reach up to 1 inch in length making it the heftiest bee buzzing around the Great Lake State. Carpenter bees get their name from their wood-boring nesting habits. … Read more
As the weather turns cold and the leaves start to fall, you may be wondering what happens to those pesky carpenter bees that were buzzing around your wooden deck all summer. Where exactly do they disappear to once winter arrives? The Carpenter Bee Life Cycle To understand where carpenter bees go in winter it helps … Read more
Although many people think of golden honeybees that feed on flowering plants and make honey in their hives, bees are actually a very diverse species. Honeybees are only one of about 20,000 different types of bees! The Best Bees Company is very interested in bee species, how they behave, and how we can help improve … Read more