Queen Cage
Professional Queen Bee Introduction and Transport Cage
Item Number : QC-19
Price varies based on specs and customizations
- Material
- High-quality, durable transparent plastic with a food-safe absorbent sponge
- Overall Length
- 9.4 cm
- Overall Width
- 4.1 cm
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Engineered for the rigorous demands of commercial beekeeping, this Professional Queen Introduction and Transport Cage offers a superior solution for safely shipping, banking, and introducing queen bees. Its crystal-clear, multi-chamber design provides complete visibility and creates a self-sustaining environment, minimizing stress on the queen and maximizing introduction success rates. Made from high-impact, durable plastic, this queen cage is fully reusable, making it a cost-effective and indispensable tool for large-scale apiaries and beekeeping supply distributors.
Key Features and Design
This queen cage has been precision-molded with functionality and durability as top priorities.
- Crystal-Clear Visibility: The entire cage is constructed from transparent plastic, allowing for easy and constant inspection of the queen and her attendants without disturbing them. This is critical for assessing queen health upon arrival and during introduction.
- Multi-Chamber Design: The interior is intelligently divided into separate compartments. This includes a spacious area for the queen and her attendants, a dedicated chamber for bee candy (fondant), and a section with an absorbent sponge for providing a water source, ensuring their well-being during transit.
- Optimized Ventilation Grid: A large portion of the cage lid features a grid of small, square openings. This design provides excellent ventilation and allows hive bees to interact directly with the cage, feeding the queen and exchanging pheromones for a smooth and natural acclimatization process.
- Secure & Easy to Use: The two halves of the cage snap together securely, preventing accidental opening. The design incorporates a specific access point for filling the candy chamber, which is later eaten through by the bees to facilitate a timed, slow release of the queen.
- Durable and Reusable: Unlike single-use cages, this unit is made from thick, robust plastic that resists crushing and wear. It can be easily opened, cleaned, and sanitized for repeated use, offering exceptional long-term value.
Dimensions and Specifications
The cage is sized for convenience and fits perfectly between standard hive frames.
- Overall Length: 9.4 cm
- Overall Width: 4.1 cm
- Candy Exit/Entrance Width: 1 cm
- Material: High-quality, durable transparent plastic with a food-safe absorbent sponge.
Applications and Benefits
This versatile queen cage is an all-in-one tool for essential queen management tasks.
Safe Queen Shipping and Transportation
The secure, ventilated, and self-sufficient design with provisions for food and water makes this the ideal queen cage for shipping queens over long distances. It protects the queen from physical damage and environmental stress, ensuring she arrives in peak condition.
High-Success Queen Introduction
This cage is perfectly suited for the indirect or slow-release method of queen introduction. By placing it between frames, the colony has several days to acclimate to her scent as they chew through the candy plug, dramatically increasing acceptance rates and reducing the risk of the new queen being rejected.
Convenient Queen Banking
For queen breeders and large operations, multiple queens can be housed in these cages within a single "bank" colony. The design allows the host colony's workers to care for the caged queens until they are needed, keeping them healthy and ready for introduction.
Value for Your Business
For Commercial Beekeepers: Protect your most valuable assets. This durable queen cage reduces losses during shipping and introduction, directly impacting your bottom line. Its reusability eliminates the recurring cost of disposable cages, making it a smart, sustainable investment. The efficiency and reliability it brings to requeening operations save time and labor.
For Beekeeping Supply Distributors: Offer your customers a professional-grade product that stands apart from flimsy, standard options. This premium queen cage is a high-demand item for serious beekeepers who prioritize quality and success. Stocking this product enhances your reputation as a supplier of reliable, top-tier beekeeping equipment.
Product Summary
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Transparent Construction | Allows for at-a-glance inspection of queen's health. |
| Multi-Chamber Layout | Separates queen, food, and water for a stable environment. |
| Integrated Food & Water Supply | Ideal for long-duration transport and shipping. |
| Ventilation & Interaction Grid | Promotes high acceptance rates through safe pheromone exchange. |
| Durable & Reusable Material | Provides excellent long-term value and reduces waste. |
| Secure Snap-Fit Design | Ensures the queen remains safely contained at all times. |
Invest in Reliability with HONESTBEE
At HONESTBEE, we provide the tools that professional beekeepers trust. This Professional Queen Introduction and Transport Cage is designed to deliver consistent results, protecting your investment and ensuring the health of your colonies.
Contact us today for wholesale inquiries and equip your business with a queen cage that sets the standard for quality and performance. Partner with HONESTBEE and build a more productive apiary.
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Fast delivery and excellent quality! This cage is a game-changer for my beekeeping setup.
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Incredible value for money—durable and reusable, saving me so much in the long run.
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The clear design and ventilation make queen introductions stress-free and highly successful.
4.8
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Top-notch durability and ease of use. My queens arrive safely every time!
4.9
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Superior technology in beekeeping gear. This cage has boosted my apiary's efficiency.
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Quick shipping and amazing build quality. A must-have for serious beekeepers.
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Love the multi-chamber design—keeps queens healthy during transport and introduction.
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Excellent value and durability. This cage pays for itself with repeated use.
4.7
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Fast delivery and high-quality materials. My queens thrive with this cage.
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Technologically advanced design ensures high success rates in queen introductions.
4.9
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Durable and reliable—perfect for large-scale operations. Great investment!
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Speedy delivery and superb quality. This cage makes beekeeping so much easier.
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Excellent value and durability. The clear visibility is a huge plus for monitoring.
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Top-quality and fast shipping. This cage has revolutionized my queen management.
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