Bees arrive at their nest in a tree cavity created and long since abandoned ... “They scratch all the loose particles from inside the surface of the hollow,” Tautz says. Not only might this ...

Bees often select a hollow tree for their new home, but they’ll also nest in a wall or attic, says Griffin. If the swarm enters your home or other structure such as a shed, contact a ...

Leafcutter bees have sharp jaws resembling serrated knives, yet they are surprisingly docile. These hard-working bees are known for slicing through plant leaves, leaving signature holes in their wake.

They build nests inside hollow trees, usually about 6 feet above ground ... They hunt and catch insects like bees, flies, and grasshoppers and feed those to young hornets or growing larvae.