How Do Wasps Keep Carpenter Bees Away?
WouterDuring the summer months, you may start to hear muffled buzzing inside your house. This can be caused by carpenter bees. Carpenter bees are solitary insects, which means that they do not live in colonies. They are referred to as pests because they damage wood.
Carpenter bees build their nests in a series of small cells. These cells are filled with nectar and pollen. They then lay eggs in these cells. These cells are then sealed tight. This creates a tunnel. This tunnel can be about 6 inches long and may be divided into sub chambers.
Carpenter bees hibernate in their nests during the winter. New adults emerge from the nest in the spring. They begin to construct new nests. These nests are made from chewed up wood. This creates a network of tunnels. The entrance hole for carpenter bees is about a half-inch diameter. The nest can be as long as two feet.
Carpenter bees can be controlled by using a trap. These traps can be placed under the eaves of a house. Carpenter bees cannot escape the trap. You can also use a heavy wind chime to drive them away.
Carpenter bees may be able to be controlled by spraying an aerosol spray. You should allow the spray to work for at least a few days.
If you are unable to use a trap, you can fill the entrance hole with wood putty. You should wait until it is dark. This will keep the female bee from returning.
