blue bird house – Page 4 – Unique Birdhouse Boutique

There are endless designs these days for a blue bird house– from basic nest box to the elaborate and decorative styles. They are made from a wood, recycled plastic, vinyl and even some metal houses claim to be for bluebirds. Of all wild birds, bluebirds require specific housing to successfully raise their brood. An elevated mesh floor for example, helps to protect young chicks from Blowflies. A predator guard will protect against squirrels and woodpeckers from enlarging the entrance hole, while also protect bluebirds and nestlings from cat’s claws, racoon’s claws, and other predators.

The best bet for a safe blue bird house is one which has been approved by the North American Bluebird Society, better known as “NABS”. There are many cedar and recycled plastic houses that are both safe and nice looking with a better success rate of raising bluebird nestlings.

Please look for the NABS Approved logo on your next blue bird house.

Bluebirds are a wonderful species indeed! It’s hard to resist their beauty, gentle disposition and sweet song. Their nesting needs are specific, and differ from other cavity dwelling birds. Placement of proper bluebird houses, or nest boxes, and suitable habitat are two important factors for attracting them.

The best habitats are open, short-grassy areas where they can find food. Bluebirds feed on insects and search low to the ground to find their prey. They also enjoy berries and fruit, and will perch atop these kinds of trees to eat.

There are tons of bluebird house designs being used today by backyard birders with much success–from basic nest boxes to elaborate, decorative houses. The most important thing is to provide bluebirds with a nesting site that is safe and secure to raise their brood. You can always be sure about a nest box if it has been “NABS approved” by the North American Bluebird Society.

Above All, a Blue Bird House Should Be Safe

Bluebird Houses for Safe Nesting