In New England, the other 90% — such as carpenter bees, leafcutter bees, mason bees and polyester bees — lead a solitary life. What do these bees need and how can we support them? In our home ...

A better understanding of how pollinators and other beneficial insects work — and their diminishing numbers — means factoring in how pulling away dead garden material can impact these vulnerable ...

If you see holes in your deck, you can take a closer look to see if carpenter bees were behind them — but don’t get too close ...

Honeybee populations are again declining, threatening crops. But the honeybee is not the only bee that can work in the fields ...

who sells a different type of bee. Instead of spreading pollen from flower to flower, the honeybee carries most of the pollen back to the hive. But behold the humble mason bee! Also called the ...

Other bees are more accomplished. David Hunter owns Crown Bees in Woodinville, Washington, and is an evangelist for the native mason bee. Mr. Hunter, thanks for being with us. DAVID HUNTER ...

These large black bees hover around the outside of homes, buildings, sheds, barns, and decks. They are searching for mates and favorable sites to construct their nests. Carpenter bees resemble ...

Sabrina Carpenter is living la dolce vita. Fresh off her playful Grammy performance and ahead of her upcoming tour, the singer enjoyed an Italian getaway with friends. Among the sights ...

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help. By New York Times Games Hi, busy bees! Welcome to today’s Spelling Bee forum. Enter the comments section to see hints, conversation, helpful tips ...

A quarter of a group called mason bees, and they’re called that because they plaster their nests, and nearly half of leafcutter bees are at risk. And right now, there are nine native bees listed ...