Funnel for bee chute, galvanized

Funnel for pouring bees. It is a galvanized funnel that facilitates work with bees and their movement.

Height: 45cm
Diameter of the wider hopper: 43cm
Diameter of the narrower hopper: 7cm

Galvanized bee chutes, such as the Lyson galvanized bee chute, are specialized tools used in beekeeping for various purposes. The use of galvanized steel makes these chutes durable and suitable for outdoor use, where they are exposed to the elements.

The primary benefits and uses of a galvanized bee chute in beekeeping include:

1. Swarm Collection and Transfer: Bee chutes are particularly useful when collecting swarms or transferring bees into a new hive. The funnel shape of the chute allows bees to be gently poured into the hive without causing harm or stress to the insects.
2. Creating Nucleus Colonies: When creating nucleus colonies or "nucs," beekeepers can use the chute to add bees to the nuc box. This is an essential step in expanding an apiary or raising new queens.
3. Requeening: If a beekeeper needs to introduce a new queen to a colony, a bee chute can be used to safely add the queen and her accompanying bees into the hive.
4. Feeding Bees: Some chutes may also be used to distribute feed to the bees, especially in larger apiaries where manual feeding can be time-consuming.
5. Ease of Use: The design of the chute allows for easy handling of bees with minimal disturbance. This is particularly important when working with aggressive or stressed colonies.
6. Safety: Using a bee chute can reduce the risk of stings during the manipulation of the bees, as the tool allows for a more controlled and distant interaction with the swarm.
7. Efficiency: The chute can speed up the process of moving bees between locations or hives, making it an efficient tool for beekeepers managing multiple colonies.
8. Durability: The galvanized coating on the steel provides a long-lasting tool that can withstand the rigors of beekeeping and resist weathering