Mason Bees
General Information
- are solitary bees, female forms multiple individual nests in dead trees, cavities in buildings and crumbling masonry
- are capable of excavating soft mortar on walls·may use same area year after year
- mainly feed on pollen
- may use same area year after year
Significance
- are unable to sting humans
- presence in large numbers on wall can be alarming - sometimes confused with Honey Bee swarm
- in extreme cases can affect structure of building
- are beneficial to nature by pollinating flowers
Preventative Treatment
| Food | Access | Harbourage (ie possible nest sites) |
| not applicable | no realistic preventative measures | re-pointing of crumbling mortar |
Conditions of Service by Stirling Council
- treatment is not usually practical, will call and advise
- remedial action by a builder may be recommended to prevent possible future re-colonisation
Cost of Treatment (until 31 March 2009)
- not applicable
Concessions
see our concessions page for more details
