Plastic Bee Feeder – Honey Bee Water & Syrup Drinker Tool

Keep your bee colonies healthy, hydrated, and thriving with this Plastic Bee Feeder Drinker — a must-have beekeeping supply for hobbyists and experienced apiarists alike. Designed for safe, efficient delivery of sugar syrup or fresh water, this feeder makes hive management simpler and more effective all year round.

Why Your Bees Will Love This Feeder

• Efficient Bee Hydration: Supplies your colonies with a consistent source of sugar syrup or water — especially vital during nectar dearth periods when natural foraging is limited.
• Drowning-Prevention Design: The bright yellow structured grid base provides a safe, stable landing platform so bees can feed freely without the risk of drowning in the liquid.
• Easy to Fill & Refill: The simple two-part design — a translucent reservoir cup and a yellow feeding platform — makes topping up the feeder quick and completely hassle-free.
• Easy to Clean: Disassembles effortlessly for thorough cleaning, helping you maintain excellent apiary hygiene and protecting your hive from contamination.
• Supports Colony Growth: A reliable food and water source strengthens colonies, accelerates population growth, and helps bees build up healthy stores heading into winter.

Product Specifications

• Material: Food-safe plastic
• Cup Diameter: Approx. 7 cm (2.80")
• Cup Height: Approx. 13 cm (5.24")
• Base Length: Approx. 15.0 cm (5.91")
• Base Width: Approx. 8.4 cm (3.31")
• Color: Translucent cup with yellow base
• Available in: 1, 2, or 3-piece sets
• Country of Origin: Made in China

What's in the Package

1 × Bee Feeder (per unit ordered — choose 1, 2, or 3 packs)

Ideal For

Whether you're a backyard beekeeper tending a single hive or managing a larger apiary, this feeder is a practical, low-cost tool that helps ensure your bees always have access to the nutrition and hydration they need. Perfect for use with Langstroth, Warre, or top-bar hives.

Learn More About Healthy Beekeeping

Proper nutrition and water access are critical to colony health. For guidance on best beekeeping practices and pollinator health, visit the USDA Pollinator Research Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What liquid can I use in this plastic bee feeder?

A: This bee feeder is suitable for both fresh water and sugar syrup (a common 1:1 or 2:1 sugar-to-water mixture). Sugar syrup is especially useful during early spring or late autumn when natural nectar sources are scarce, helping to supplement your colony's nutrition and stimulate brood rearing.

Q: How do I prevent bees from drowning in the feeder?

A: The yellow grid base is specifically designed to give bees a safe, structured landing and feeding surface. As long as you don't overfill the reservoir beyond the intended level, the grid keeps bees well above the liquid, significantly reducing the risk of drowning.

Q: How often should I clean the bee feeder?

A: It's recommended to rinse and clean your bee feeder every time you refill it, and to do a thorough wash at least once a week. The two-part design makes disassembly quick and easy. Regular cleaning prevents mold, fermentation, and bacterial build-up that could harm your colony.

Q: Is this feeder compatible with all hive types?

A: Yes — this standalone entrance or in-hive feeder design is versatile enough to be used alongside most common hive types, including Langstroth, Warre, and top-bar hives. It can be placed at the hive entrance or on top of frames depending on your setup.