Common Swift Nest Box in Pine with Zinc Roof | Esschert Design

With its heart-shaped, almost white facial disc, the barn owl is unmistakable. At night, it hunts mice and other small rodents. But old trees and open barns are disappearing, and in the Netherlands, the barn owl is listed as 'vulnerable' on the Red List. With this large nest box from Esschert Design Best for Birds, you provide this protected owl with a safe breeding place, even if you have a garden instead of a farmyard.

Why this box?

• Specially shaped entrance hole for the barn owl
• FSC-certified pine wood with a zinc roof, durable and weather-resistant
• Spacious enough for a clutch of 4 to 6 eggs
• Lightweight and easy to attach to a tree

Hanging

Hang the box 4 to 6 metres high, not over water, with the entrance hole facing southeast and sheltered from direct sunlight and rain. The barn owl does not build its own nest, so place some twigs or wood shavings in the box before hanging it up.

Cleaning

Clean the box when the owls have left, for example in September. You can find more boxes in the barn owl nest boxes.

Specifications

• Brand: Esschert Design – Best for Birds
• Material: FSC-certified pine wood with a zinc roof
• Dimensions: 85.5 x 37.1 x 44.3 cm
• EAN: 8714982061523
• Item number: NK43