Plastic Queen Bee Marking Bottle Cage & Catcher Tool

Make queen bee identification simple, quick, and stress-free with this one-handed Queen Bee Marking Bottle Cage. Designed for hobbyist and professional beekeepers alike, this compact tool lets you safely catch, hold, and mark your queen bee without the need for extra hands or complex equipment.

Why Beekeepers Love This Tool

Smooth, Burr-Free Finish: Finely crafted plastic surface ensures no sharp edges that could harm your queen or your hands.
Lightweight & Compact: At just 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm, it fits easily in any beekeeping kit, jacket pocket, or tool pouch.
One-Handed Operation: Simply press down the plunger and push it onto the marking net — no assistance required.
Sturdy & Durable: Made from high-quality, bee-safe plastic built to last through many seasons in the apiary.
Beginner-Friendly: Intuitive design makes queen marking accessible for new beekeepers and seasoned apiarists alike.

Product Specifications

Material: Durable plastic
Dimensions: Approx. 5.5 × 4 × 9 cm / 2.17 × 1.57 × 3.54 in
Color: As shown in pictures
Package Includes: 1 × Queen Bee Marking Bottle Cage
Condition: 100% new and high quality
Country of Origin: Made in China

How to Use

Locate your queen bee on the comb.
Place the marking bottle cage gently over the queen.
Press the plunger down to secure her against the mesh net.
Apply your marking pen or paint through the mesh to mark her thorax.
Release the plunger and allow the queen to return to the colony.

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Note: Due to manual measurement, there may be a ±5 mm deviation in dimensions. Slight color differences may exist due to lighting conditions in photography.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a queen bee marking bottle cage used for?

A: A queen bee marking bottle cage is a beekeeping tool used to safely catch and temporarily hold the queen bee in place while you apply a marking pen or paint to her thorax. Marking the queen makes it much easier to locate her during hive inspections, verify her presence, and track her age across seasons.

Q: Is this queen bee catcher safe for the queen bee?

A: Yes. The marking bottle cage is made from smooth, burr-free plastic with a fine mesh net that holds the queen gently without harming her. The one-handed plunger mechanism allows for precise, controlled pressure so you can mark her quickly and release her safely back into the hive.

Q: Is this tool suitable for beginner beekeepers?

A: Absolutely. The simple push-and-press mechanism requires no special skills, making it one of the most beginner-friendly queen marking tools available. Its compact size also makes it easy to carry during hive inspections.