How Deep Do Ground Bees Go

Female ground bees dig nests in the ground up to six or so inches deep in which to raise young. The bees pile earth around the sides of the hole.

How deep do ground bees burrow?

These burrows are at least 6 inches deep into the earth, and may have vertical, horizontal or slanted tunnels depending on the species. Most types of ground bee then fill these burrows by laying an egg, pushing in a ball of pollen mixed with nectar and sealing the hole.

How big of a hole do ground bees make?

Only one ground bee will be seen leaving and entering a hole only about ¼” wide.) Even better, leave the ground bees to go about their business-they won’t be around long, and will even benefit your lawn and garden while they’re visiting.

Chloe Bennett

Chloe Bennett

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