{"product_id":"posca-queen-marking-pen","title":"POSCA Queen Marking Pen","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1a1fln3\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\"\u003ePOSCA Queen Marking Pen\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eThe POSCA Queen Marking Pen is a reliable and easy-to-use tool for marking queen bees. Designed for precision and visibility, it helps beekeepers quickly identify queens during inspections and hive management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1unl1y1\" data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mjhqbw\" data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eBright, highly visible ink:\u003c\/strong\u003e Makes queens easy to spot in the hive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k0v6ai\" data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"415\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eBee-safe application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Applies smoothly without harming the queen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ixp5b7\" data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"491\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eControlled tip design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows precise marking on the queen’s thorax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b0jgr0\" data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"561\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eQuick-drying paint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces smudging and keeps markings clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1grkcyv\" data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"622\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eLong-lasting color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stays visible through the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"flvji2\" data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eColor-coded system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in standard queen marking colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e4knf4\" data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eThe POSCA Queen Marking Pen is a popular choice for marking queen bees during hive inspections. Marking your queen makes it much easier to locate her quickly, saving time and reducing disruption to the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003eThese pens use \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"966\"\u003epaint-based ink\u003c\/strong\u003e that applies smoothly and dries quickly, helping prevent smearing or accidental spread. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003efine tip\u003c\/strong\u003e allows for accurate placement of a small mark on the queen’s thorax without excess paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eBeekeepers typically use \u003cstrong data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003estandard international queen marking colors\u003c\/strong\u003e based on the year, making it easy to track the age of the queen. This is especially helpful for record keeping and knowing when it may be time to requeen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eThe POSCA pen is simple to use and works well alongside tools like queen catchers or marking tubes to safely secure the queen during marking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eWhether you’re a beginner or experienced beekeeper, this pen is an essential tool for efficient hive management and queen identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/queen-marking-colors\/\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/should-you-use-a-queen-excluder\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\"\u003eQueen Marking Colors\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee more of our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/queen-management\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQueen Rearing and Management supplies.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our entire collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/additional-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeekeeping Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Blue 20\/25","offer_id":47288945803516,"sku":"Blue Posca Marker","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"White 21\/26","offer_id":47288945836284,"sku":"57-RDUN-NF1B","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow 22\/27","offer_id":47288945869052,"sku":"Yellow Posca Marker","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red 23\/28","offer_id":47288945901820,"sku":"Posca Red Marker","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green 24\/29","offer_id":47288945934588,"sku":"Posca Single Green","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/POSCA-Queen-Marking-Pen-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1751295809","url":"https:\/\/proudlibertarian.com\/en-de\/products\/posca-queen-marking-pen","provider":"Proud Libertarian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}