Mining Bee articles
Is the ashy mining bee rare?
The question of whether the ashy mining bee is rare is one that often arises among gardeners and amateur naturalists, la...
What are some interesting facts about the cuckoo bee?
The name "cuckoo bee" immediately brings to mind a unique, often parasitic lifestyle, much like the famous cuckoo bird t...
Why are they called carder bees?
The curiosity surrounding the name of the carder bee stems entirely from an industrious, textile-like behavior exhibited...
Are wool carder bees rare?
The European wool carder bee, *Anthidium manicatum*, is a subject of frequent inquiry, and the answer to whether it is r...
Are ashy mining bees aggressive?
The temperament of the ashy mining bee (*Andrena cineraria*) is one of the most misunderstood aspects of this striking, ...
How do you get rid of ashy mining bees?
The sudden appearance of small mounds of earth, often looking like tiny volcanoes topped with fine soil or ash, in a oth...