Queen Bee Marking Bottle Catcher Tool – Apiculture Kit
Queen Bee Marking Bottle Catcher Tool – Apiculture Kit
Queen Bee Marking Bottle Catcher – Easy One-Handed Identification Tool
Streamline your hive management with this practical Queen Bee Marking Bottle Catcher. Designed for beekeepers of all experience levels, this compact apiculture tool lets you safely capture and mark your queen bee with minimal stress to the hive — all with just one hand. Made in Mainland China.
Why Beekeepers Love This Tool
- One-Handed Operation: Simply press down the plunger and push the queen onto the marking net — quick, easy, and efficient.
- Non-Toxic Marker Included: Safely mark your queen bee for fast visual identification during inspections.
- Smooth, Burr-Free Surface: Finely crafted plastic construction ensures no sharp edges that could harm your bees.
- Lightweight & Compact: At approximately 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm (2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in), it slips easily into any beekeeping kit or pocket.
- Durable Plastic Build: Sturdy, healthy-grade plastic that holds up to regular hive inspections season after season.
Product Specifications
- Material: Plastic
- Dimensions: Approx. 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm / 2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in
- Color: As shown in product images
- Package Includes: 1 × Queen Bee Marking Bottle Catcher
- Condition: 100% New
- Country of Origin: Made in Mainland China
Perfect For
- Hobbyist and professional beekeepers
- Queen bee tracking and hive record-keeping
- Apiculture schools and training kits
- Seasonal hive inspections and re-queening
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the queen bee marking bottle catcher work?
A: The queen bee marking bottle catcher features a plunger mechanism and a soft mesh marking net. Simply press the plunger down over the queen bee to gently hold her in place against the net, then use the included non-toxic marker to apply a visible color mark on her thorax for easy identification during future hive inspections.
Q: Is the marker included safe for bees?
A: Yes — the marking kit is designed with a non-toxic marker that is safe for use on queen bees. The marking process is quick and minimally disruptive to the bee, helping ensure her health and the colony's wellbeing.
Q: What size is this queen bee catcher tool?
A: The tool measures approximately 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm (2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in). Please note that due to manual measurement, a deviation of up to 5 mm may exist.
Q: Is this tool suitable for beginner beekeepers?
A: Absolutely! The one-handed design and straightforward plunger mechanism make this queen bee marking bottle catcher ideal for beginners and experienced apiculturists alike. No special skills are required to operate it effectively.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.