Which small birds nest in boxes? A box with an entrance hole will be used by most other small garden birds, Blue Tits, Great Tits, Coal Tits, Sparrows, Nuthatches, Redstarts. What small birds use birdhouses? Chickadees, titmice and wrens are the most common backyard cavity nesters . They take up residence in classic wood birdhouses … Read more
Most birds prefer a sunny open space with some afternoon shade It is best not to mount bird houses on the sides of trees where squirrels, cats and raccoons have easy access. While there is no way to guarantee predators won’t get to your nesting birds, there are steps you can take. What is the … Read more
Should bird houses be left out in the winter? Birds certainly need a place to rest and get out of bad weather in the warmer months, but during the winter finding warm, dry places to roost is critical. Birdhouses can provide a great environment to escape from the cold, and are often called “ roost … Read more
The following topic, Will Birds Use A Painted Birdhouse?, will be discussed in depth in this blog post, and all relevant information will be included. Continue reading to learn more about this topic. A painted, decorated birdhouse may be cute, but unvarnished cedar, pine or redwood will get more use. If you paint your birdhouse, … Read more
Hang ’em high— Hang your bird feeders on poles a half inch or less in diameter, securing the pole firmly so it cannot be knocked over Raccoons cannot climb such a thin pole and they won’t be able to tip it over to access the seed. High-wire act—Suspend your bird feeders from a wire extending … Read more
In the post that I’m going to publish on my blog today, which will be labeled with the heading Is White A Good Color For A Bird Bath?, I’m going to talk about the following topic. I will share with you any and all pertinent information regarding the position. I have high hopes that you … Read more
These craft projects are perfect if you have some vintage china to repurpose and want to attract more backyard birds. Turn a pretty teapot and a teacup and saucer into a DIY bird feeder and birdhouse that your feathered friends will love Psst—here’s how to make a DIY nesting box for bluebirds. Will birds nest … Read more
Orange-rumped bumblebees will sometimes nest in a birdhouse Consider yourself lucky, and contributing positively to the environment, if you play host to them this year! We need all the pollinators we can get! Some people are surprised to discover bees taking up residence in a birdhouse. How do you keep bees out of a birdhouse? … Read more
What direction should a birdhouse face ? A birdhouse and its entrance hole should face away from prevailing winds. In the United States, it’s very common for a birdhouse to face east, which is often faced away from the prevailing wind and the strong afternoon sun. Should bird houses be in the sun or shade? … Read more
In this article, I’ll talk about the topic What Is The Best Size Hole For A Birdhouse?, and I’ll try to cover as much information as possible. 1-inch to 1 1/2-inch Entrance Holes Many wild birds prefer entrance holes that range between 1 and 1 1/2 inches in diameter. The chickadee prefers 1 1/8-inch diameter … Read more