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A tool with long metal tines used to puncture the cappings of honey cells to release the honey before extraction.

A sticky, resinous substance collected by bees from tree buds, used within the hive to seal cracks and repair combs; also known for its antimicrobial properties.

A gentle, soft-bristled brush used to remove bees from frames, particularly during honey harvest or hive inspections.

A small hive box used for raising a new colony, starting with a queen and a number of worker bees, usually in preparation for transferring to a larger hive.

A mesh barrier placed between the brood boxes and honey supers to prevent the queen bee from entering the honey supers and laying eggs, ensuring that only honey is stored there.

The part of the hive where the queen lays eggs and where the young bees (brood) are reared, typically placed at the base of the hive.

A pre-made sheet of wax or plastic that provides a base for bees to build and draw out comb, making it easier for beekeepers to extract honey without destroying the comb.

A mechanical device that uses centrifugal force to remove honey from the comb without destroying it, allowing the bees to reuse the comb.

A can-like device that generates smoke which is used to calm the bees during hive inspections or when harvesting honey, as smoke interferes with the bees' pheromone communication.

A full or partial suit that includes a veil, designed to protect the beekeeper from bee stings while working with the hives.

A box that is placed above the brood box to give bees more space to store honey, and where most of the harvestable honey is located within the hive.