{"product_id":"queen-bee-marking-bottle-plastic-catcher-cage-beekeeping-tool","title":"Queen Bee Marking Bottle \u0026 Catcher Cage | Beekeeping Tool","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eQueen Bee Marking Bottle \u0026amp; Plastic Marking Cage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake queen identification quick and effortless with this compact \u003cstrong\u003eQueen Bee Marking Bottle and Catcher Cage\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for hobbyist and professional beekeepers alike, this lightweight one-handed tool lets you gently capture and mark your queen bee without fuss — keeping your hive management organised and efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Beekeepers Love This Tool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Handed Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simply press the plunger down and push it onto the marking net — no second pair of hands required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy Plastic Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from durable, high-quality plastic that is safe, lightweight, and built to last through many beekeeping seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth, Burr-Free Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely crafted finish ensures no sharp edges that could harm your bees during the marking process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Portable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures approximately 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm (2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in) — easy to carry in your beekeeping kit or apron pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner-Friendly Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intuitive plunger-and-net mechanism makes queen marking accessible even for new beekeepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable Plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm \/ 2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs shown in images\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × Queen Bee Marking Bottle \u0026amp; Catcher Cage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHobbyist and professional apiarists marking queen bees each season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHive inspections and queen identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApiculture classes and beginner beekeeping kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone looking to streamline their hive management routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYou Might Also Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your toolkit with these related products from our store:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1pc-household-stainless-steel-kitchen-frying-mold-potato-cake-tool-spoon-fried-food-mold-kitchen-cooking-tools\"\u003e1PC Household Stainless Steel Kitchen Frying Mold \u0026amp; Cooking Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1pc-pet-hair-removal-tool-reusable-static-removal-gloves-double-sided-grooming-gloves-for-pets-removes-pet-fur-hair-for-carpets\"\u003e1PC Pet Hair Removal Tool – Reusable Grooming Gloves\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1pc-versatile-spiral-slicer-for-cucumbers-carrots-potatoes-durable-kitchen-gadget\"\u003e1PC Versatile Spiral Slicer – Durable Kitchen Gadget\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/personal-protective-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on personal protective equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How does the queen bee marking bottle work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The queen bee marking bottle features a plunger-and-net mechanism. You press the plunger to open the marking net, position it over the queen bee to gently trap her against the comb or in the bottle chamber, then apply your marking pen through the net. It's a safe, one-handed process designed to minimise stress on the queen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this marking cage safe for the queen bee?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The tool is crafted from smooth, burr-free plastic with no sharp edges, ensuring the queen bee is held gently and securely without injury during the marking process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size is this queen bee marking tool?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The tool measures approximately 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm (2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in). Please note there may be a ±5 mm deviation due to manual measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this tool come with a marking pen or ink?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The package includes 1 × Queen Bee Marking Bottle and Catcher Cage only. 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