Siting & positioning:
On solitary trees, quiet places on the edge of woodlands, barns in open countryside, electricity masts, silos, wind generators, etc. The following sites are recommended in urban areas: large buildings, high walls, chimneys, industrial buildings, churches, etc. In the absence of trees the boxes can be installed on high poles to assist the birds in their hunt for mice. Minimum height: 2.5 to 3 m.
Entrance hole should face south-east or away from the prevailing wind. Alternatively under rafters, in recesses on historic buildings, in gaps in masonry, etc.
Bedding:
To encourage the birds to adopt the box a mixture of coarse sawdust, wood shavings and washed sand should be moistened and placed inside.
Entrance hole:
170mm x 240mm
Occupants:
Kestrel
Material:
SCHWEGLER wood-concrete.
Delivery includes:
Nestbox
Bedding
Galv. metal hanger & hooks
Perch
Colour:
Classic brown
Dimensions:
Interior of nesting chamber:
Height: 340mm
Width: 300mm
Depth: 300mm
Outside:
Height: 360mm
Width 330mm
Depth: 450mm
Weight:
13kg approx.