POSCA Queen Marking Pen

The POSCA Queen Marking Pen is a paint-based marker for marking queen bees quickly and safely during inspections. Its bright, quick-drying ink and fine, controlled tip let you place a small mark on the queen's thorax for fast identification, using standard international queen marking colors.

At a glance

• Type: Queen marking pen
• Ink: Bright, paint-based, quick-drying
• Tip: Fine, controlled tip for precise thorax marking
• Bee-safe: Applies smoothly without harming the queen
• Color system: Standard international queen marking colors by year
• Durability: Long-lasting color that stays visible through the season

Best for

• Marking queens for fast identification
• Tracking queen age with year colors
• Record keeping and requeening planning
• Beginner and experienced beekeepers

How to use

Secure the queen with a marking tube or queen catcher, then dab a small mark of paint on the center of her thorax. Let it dry briefly before releasing her so the mark does not smear. Choose the color that matches the international code for the year.

About Foxhound Bee Company

Foxhound Bee Company is a beekeeping supplier offering quality queen management tools, hive equipment, and supplies for hobbyist and commercial beekeepers alike.

Sold by Foxhound Bee Company, based in Irondale, Alabama.