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Those Tiny Holes in Your Lawn Aren’t Damage – They’re Made by Mining Bees and Indicate a Healthy Ecosystem

Discover all you need to know about mining bees and why the holes they make don't cause long-term damage to your lawn. A pollinator expert explains all.
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A soft lawn, freshly mowed... and suddenly, dozens of small round holes that appear, surrounded by mini volcanoes of earth. Many have already imagined an invader: moles, rodents, aggressive wasps, or the start of catastrophe for the garden grass. In reality, these tiny prints often betray the presence of another visitor, much more discreet and precious. These little craters were dug by mining bees, also called earth bees, and they say something …

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homesandgardens.com broke the news on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
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