How To Identify the Pest, the Nest and the Threat - Carpenter Bees

The Pest: Carpenter bees . . .

Carpenter bees are between 1/2 - 1 inch in size. They resemble bumble bees, but the top of their abdomen is largely bare and shiny.

The nest: Carpenter bees do not live in nests or colonies. They bore into wood, where they make galleries for rearing their young. Carpenter bees tend to prefer decaying or weathered wood to new or painted wood.  

The threat: Carpenter bees are a serious property threat, and can cause structural damage over time if they are not eliminated. Male carpenter bees can be territorial and may hover in front of one’s face aggressively, but they have no stinger and these actions are merely for show. Female carpenter bees do have a potent sting, which is rarely used.

If you're concerned carpenter bees in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009
A Central Massachusetts Extermination and Pest Control Company Worcester County Pest and Rodent Exterminators
www.davespestcontrol.net  

The above information was provided by Missy Henriksen, Vice President of Public Affairs, NPMA Executive Director, Professional Pest Management Alliance.


Reference: www.pestworld.org

A Fact About Bees

Did you know that there is a special type of bee that can dig tunnels in wood to make its home?

The carpenter bee prefers wood that is at least two inches thick and relatively soft. Carpenter bee tunnels are perfectly round and usually have piles of wood dust underneath them.

Carpenter bees prefer bare wood, so painting and staining wood can sometimes deter them.

If you're concerned about bees in or around your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org