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Observing birds in nature is a relaxing pastime for many wildlife enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or newly interested, you’ll need some supplies to create a comfortable space for them in your area. A good birdhouse is essential for attracting birds to your yard, but it’s important to find the right kind. Decorative, unique birdhouses can appeal to humans but often don’t provide much value to our feathered friends. Different species of birds have different needs when it comes to resting and nesting, so be sure to research what species are native to your area before setting up your house or purchasing any birdhouse kits.

FAQs About Bird Houses

Provide food, water and bird-friendly landscaping to attract birds to your birdhouses. Begin by choosing the right house for the birds in your area—whether you need a large birdhouse for purple martins, a small birdhouse, a finch basket or anything in between. Then customize their food to include not only the typical seed but suet, mealworms and other wild bird food & treats to attract a spectrum of birds. To keep your backyard visitors healthy, you can even provide bird health & wellness solutions along with their food.

Yes. While not all birds use birdhouses, many species use them for building their nests for extra protection.

For the safety and security of your backyard flock, affix your birdhouses to something sturdy. The house should be high enough off the ground to protect birds and their eggs from pesky predators. Other considerations vary depending on the species of bird you are trying to attract.

Overall, different species of birds need different things from their shelter, but a few things stay the same across all species. When choosing any birdhouse, wood should always be untreated as chemicals and smells emanating from treated lumber can be very harmful to birds. Houses should include a sloped roof to protect from rain, holes for ventilation and protective features to keep out predators.