1.5 Litre Rapid Bee Feeder - Inside Hive Top Feeder
1.5 litre rapid round bee feeder for inside hive top feeding — a compact top feeder that sits under most standard migratory lids without needing a timber rim or extra super box. Suits 5-frame nucs and standard 8-frame and 10-frame Langstroth hives when used with a crown board.
When to use a top feeder
Top feeders let you top up sugar syrup without opening the brood box or disturbing the bees. Ideal for:
- Winter feeding — when foraging is minimal
- Post-split feeding — helping a new colony establish
- Drought or dearth periods — supplementing wildflower shortage
- Encouraging comb building — extra syrup speeds wax production
How it works
The feeder sits inside the hive on top of a crown board, filled with sugar syrup. The ridged central hole and cap give the bees a foothold when climbing up and back down to the supers below. A clear plastic cover over the ridged hole prevents bees from drowning.
Specifications
- Capacity: 1.5 litre
- Dimensions: 185mm (L) × 185mm (W) × 55mm (H)
- Fits under standard migratory lids
- Requires a crown board for use
How many feeders per hive?
- 5-frame nuc — 2 feeders fit on a 5-frame crown board
- 8-frame hive — 2 feeders fit on an 8-frame crown board
- 10-frame hive — 4 feeders fit on a 10-frame crown board
Frequently asked questions
What do I fill it with? Sugar syrup (1:1 sugar to water for spring build-up, 2:1 for winter storage) or a commercial honey substitute. Refill as needed.
How often do I need to check it? Depends on colony strength and season — most beekeepers check weekly during active feeding periods. A strong colony will empty 1.5L in 1-3 days.
Can I use two feeders at once? Yes — larger hives benefit from multiple feeders (see fit table above).
Do I need a crown board? Yes — the feeder sits on a crown board with cut-outs that let bees access the syrup from the super below.
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