Feeding & Attracting Birds

Birdhouses

4 guides, starting with Bird House Hole Size by Species: A Practical Sizing Guide.

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Bird House Hole Size by Species: A Practical Sizing Guide

Match your birdhouse entrance hole to the bird you want. See typical hole sizes for wrens, chickadees, bluebirds and more, plus tips to deter sparrows and starlings.

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Bluebird Nesting Box Plans: Dimensions and Build Basics

Learn the basic dimensions, hole size, materials and placement for a bluebird nesting box, plus where to find full downloadable plans from trusted groups.

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How and When to Clean Bird Houses

Learn whether to clean bird houses, the best time of year, a safe step-by-step method, and what to use, with notes on bluebirds, wrens and legal cautions.

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What Birds Use Gourd Birdhouses? Species and Setup Tips

Find out which birds use gourd birdhouses, from purple martins to wrens, and how to prepare, hang and maintain a gourd so it is safe and appealing.

3 min read

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