These bees are commonly known as carpenter bees, earning their name because of their nesting behavior. Carpenter bees excavate tunnels in wood to create nests, hence the association with carpentry.

They look alike but are different in their behavior and appearance ... Apply a fresh coat of paint to seal old carpenter bee ...

Carpenter bees can be a serious pest, but also a valuable pollinator. While the adults are pollinators, the mated females bore into wooden structures. The results of this tunneling can be ...