Queen Excluder Entrance Guards
Entrance-mounted guards that double as a queen excluder at the hive door. The slotted metal strip lets workers come and go but keeps the queen from leaving — handy for stopping a swarm from absconding or holding a queen in a new hive.
Features
- Slotted guard passes workers and blocks the queen and drones.
- Mounts over the entrance — no need to open the hive.
- Sized for 5, 8, or 10 frame hive entrances.
How it works
Tack the guard across the entrance. Foragers pass freely while the queen stays inside, which helps hold a newly hived swarm or package until it settles.
Before you order
Choose the size that matches your hive entrance — 5, 8, or 10 frame.
Pairs well with
- Metal Queen Excluder — for excluding the queen between boxes.
Specifications
- Mounting: hive entrance
- Sizes: 5 frame, 8 frame, 10 frame
FAQ
Does the guard let worker bees through?
Yes. The slotted strip passes workers so foragers can come and go, while blocking the queen and drones.
Do I have to open the hive to use it?
No. It mounts over the hive entrance, so there is no need to open the hive.
What sizes are available?
It comes in 5 frame, 8 frame, and 10 frame sizes to match your hive entrance.
What can I use it for?
It helps stop a swarm from absconding and can hold a queen in a newly hived swarm or package until it settles.
