Carpenter Bee Fact #1: Carpenter Bees Bore Into Wood
Carpenter Bee Fact #2: Carpenter Bees Live on Almost Every Continent 
Believe it or not, carpenter bees are found almost all over the world. These pests have been spotted on every continent except for Antarctica!
Carpenter Bee Fact #3: Carpenter Bees Are Often Mistaken for Bumblebees
Though they’re often mistaken for one another, carpenter bees and bumblebees vary in appearance. While carpenter bees have black, bare, and shiny bodies, bumblebees have hairy abdomens with yellow markings.
Carpenter Bee Fact #4: Carpenter Bees Hibernate During the Winter
Hibernation isn’t just for bears! Adult carpenter bees also hibernate during the winter, usually in abandoned nest tunnels. Then, they emerge during the spring, which is why they are such a nuisance this time of year for Long Island homeowners.
Carpenter Bee Fact #5: Female Carpenter Bees Rarely Sting
Female carpenter bees have stingers on their bodies but aren’t aggressive. Because of this, they’ll only sting if provoked. They are a much greater threat to your property, however!
Carpenter Bee Fact #6: There Are Over 500 Species of Carpenter Bees
Believe it or not, there are many different species of carpenter bees in the world—over 500 as a matter of fact! In the United States, we primarily see 5 different carpenter bee species. These pests all share many common traits, however, including their destructive behavior toward wood and general harmless nature toward humans.
Carpenter Bee Fact #7: Carpenter Bees Live Up to Their Name!
As mentioned, carpenter bees are true “carpenters!” They’re able to bore into the softwood of trees, beams, decks, porch rails, benches, and more.
Carpenter Bee Fact #8: Carpenter Bees Are a Solitary Species of Bee
Unlike bees like honeybees, who are social insects, carpenter bees are a solitary species, meaning they do not live together with one another in large colonies; instead, individual bees create their own tunnels and nesting areas.
Carpenter Bee Fact #9: There Are Some Tell-Tale Signs of a Carpenter Bee Infestation
If you see any of these signs, you may be dealing with a carpenter bee infestation:
- Entrance holes around 1/2 inch in diameter in wooden structures such as the railings of your porch
- Sawdust left behind near drilled holes
- Visible pollen or bee excrement left behind near the openings in the wood
- Visible carpenter bees
Carpenter Bee Fact #10: It’s Not Impossible to Get Rid of Carpenter Bees
If you’re dealing with a carpenter bee infestation, we’re here for you! Even though it can be stressful to deal with carpenter bee damage, early detection and professional guidance are key in minimizing damages. For a carpenter bee inspection, call or text our team at (631/516) 864-6900.