The Plastic Queen Clip is an affordable, spring-loaded clip for safely confining a queen bee while you work the hive. Its slots are wide enough for workers to pass but small enough to keep the queen contained, making it handy during frame manipulation or removals.
At a glance
Type: Queen clip and catcher
Material: Plastic
Mechanism: Spring-loaded, opens to place the queen inside
Slots: Allow workers through while keeping the queen contained
Use: Temporary, secure confinement
Value: Affordable alternative to the stainless steel clip
Best for
Holding the queen during frame manipulation
Removing bees from buildings and cut-outs
Locating and marking the queen
Beekeepers wanting a low-cost queen clip
How to use
Open the spring-loaded clip and gently place the queen between the sides, then let it close. Workers can pass through the slots while the queen stays safe. Keep the clip in your pocket while you work, then release the queen back into the hive.
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.
