The Kestrel has proved a very adaptable species, happy to inhabit areas that have been created or altered by humans. Based on the highly successful Kestrel Box No. 28, this box has been developed especially for use on buildings.

Siting & positioning:
On the external walls of buildings, walls, chimneys and industrial plants. Minimum installation height of 6 to 8 metres. A mounting surface of at least 30cm wide. Distance between the nest boxes should be at least 400 metres.

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:
Light grey

Dimensions:
Interior of nesting chamber:
Height: 350mm
Width: 300mm
Depth: 310mm

External:
Height: 370mm
Width 470mm
Depth: 460mm

Weight:
17kg approx.