There are several species of bees that live in this area, but the Carpenter Bee is by far the largest 1 inch long). They have black heads, abdomen and legs and a fuzzy yellow thorax. They are often seen around wooden structures which they build their nests in. They will burrow into the wood creating a tunnel at the end of which they lay their egg. Although, individually harmless, in large numbers they can cause serious damage to wooden houses.

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