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Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Carpenter bees are some of the largest bees native to the US. They ...

Those little stingers are welcome to stay in the garden, though!

It’s easy to assume that all bees are pretty similar, but that’s not always the case—especially when it comes to carpenter bees. Carpenter bees usually have a furry abdomen like bumble bees, explains ...