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Need Advice Carpender Bees

Discussion in 'Nature/Habitat/Garden Corner' started by Sesame, Apr 18, 2012.

  1. Sesame

    Sesame New Member

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    We have several of these flying teddy bear looking bees hanging out under our deck and appear to be attempting to burrow into our deck. What do I do about this? Thanks so much!
     
  2. KTdid

    KTdid Well-Known Member

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    Also know as the drilling bee because the holes are perfectly cylindrical. I discovered two holes when I spotted saw dust on top of the lawnmover cover and on the patio. You can blow Drione into the hole. It is a desiccant so it dries up the exoskeleton and kills the insect. It's much safer to use than other pesticides, but still use with caution. I applied it using a small bellow.
    http://pestcemetery.com/carpenter-bees/
     
  3. Sesame

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    thanks!
     

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