Carpenter Bees
Description:
| Color: Blue-black, green or purple metallic sheen on abdomen Legs: Six Shape: Oval; bee shape Size: 1" Antennae: Yes Flight: Yes | |
| Carpenter bees look like typical bumblebees but often lack yellow stripes. They are solitary bees. | |
Prevention:
Carpenter bees prefer bare wood, so painting and staining wood can sometimes deter them. However, they will sometimes attack stained or painted wood, so contact a pest control professional for assistance.