Bees are some of the world's most vital insects as pollinators, and among the global bee population are carpenter bees.

A proposal in the California Legislature would pay for more research to save honey bees, but it could be a tough sell amid a ...

While the carpenter and bumble bees were the most obvious visitors to the lupines, a closer look revealed a host of activity from small, blue butterflies, ants and ladybugs.

Another member of the Apidae family of bees, carpenter bees are the largest bees we have in California. They are distinguished from bumble bees by their shiny, hairless abdomens and smoky wings.

Killing the mites with pesticides is complex: The mites have grown resistant to some chemicals, so beekeepers have to routinely swap out different pesticides while trying to avoid contaminating the ...

Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom, a Stockton Democrat and co-author of a bill to protect bee health, says the measure is critical to safeguarding California jobs and food production.

From a distance, it’s a breathtaking field of gold, but this stunning sight in Autauga County is only around for about 10 ...

Master gardener Sally Scalera shares the latest on everything from what to plant in summer to how to join the Pollinator ...

One of the most eye-catching butterflies flitting about East Texas gardens during summer and fall is the Gulf fritillary.

Carpenter Bee vs. Bumblebee: The Key Differences Carpenter Bee vs. Bumblebee: Scientific Classification Carpenter bees and bumblebees share many characteristics, and their scientific ...

How To Identify Carpenter Bees Carpenter bees (Xylocopa virginica) actually are fascinating native pollinators. They’re about 3/4 to 1 inch long with shiny abdomens, not fuzzy back ends like bumble ...