Bees don’t flap their wings up and down as we may think. Their wings twist and swivel to take flight. Honeybees can use their wings for more than just flying because of the way they are made. Bees’ wings allow them to zip through the air from flower to flower, collecting precious pollen and nectar … Read more
A lot of people have asked me about bees in brickwork, walls, and cavity walls of different kinds of buildings. The query usually concerns honey bees or mason bees, and the nests are quite different!. Please keep in mind that bumblebee nests in walls will only stay there for a short time and will almost … Read more
Bombus melanopygus (black-tailed bumble bee) is native to western North America. This species lives in the Pacific to the Rocky Mountains and from Alaska to Baja California. It is common in most of its range. B. melanopygus is one of the earliest bumble bee species in the season to begin nesting and producing males. Like … Read more
Spring has finally arrived! The flowers are blooming, the bees are buzzing, and the sun is out. But the buzz of bees isn’t always a good sound, especially when you start to see nickel-sized holes in your house or patio furniture. These holes are likely caused by carpenter bees, appropriately named for their habit of … Read more
A bee is a flying insect with yellow and black stripes. But did you know there are some very dangerous types of black and white bees? It’s true. Even though most bees aren’t mean and just want to do their job of pollinating plants, there are some species you should stay away from. You can … Read more
A common question we get from people and businesses in the San Diego area is, “Why do bees keep coming back to my house year after year?” We know this can be frustrating! You think you have remedied the problem on your own. Or maybe you paid a lot of money to have a bee … Read more
Infestations of bees can be dangerous, so you have every right to get rid of them. Bees have been known to invade living areas and homes of people. In such circumstances it is necessary to get rid of them. Bees are an essential part of our eco system as they help produce honey. Nevertheless, if … Read more
Carpenter bees are large, bee-like insects that bore into wood to make their nests They can cause cosmetic and structural damage to untreated wood While sometimes considered pests, carpenter bees are important pollinators. Identifying and understanding the differences between male and female carpenter bees can help guide control efforts. One key identifier of male carpenter … Read more
If you hear buzzing sounds outside, bees are probably coming to your house to enjoy the flowers and plants around it. Most bees are carpenter bees or bumble bees, so it’s likely that your visitors are one or both of these species. Even though these bees look alike, they act very differently, and each type … Read more
Carpenter bees can cause major damage to wood around homes by drilling holes to make their nests. But you can stop these pests in their tracks with the right carpenter bee spray. Choosing an effective product is key to protecting your home’s exterior and preventing costly repairs. Why Carpenter Bees Are a Problem Carpenter bees … Read more