Dimensions: 12-1/2"
high x 6" wide x 8-1/2" deep
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Red-breasted Nuthatches inhabit northern
and subalpine habitats. They are found in
the southern half of Canada and in the
western and northeastern regions of the
United States. Ideal breeding habitat
consists of mature, partly open
coniferous or mixed coniferous-deciduous
forests. Red-breasted Nuthatches nest in
aspen, birch, oak, cottonwood, and poplar
trees, as well as in spruce and other
cone-bearing trees. The breeding season
begins in late April or early May. Both
adults work to excavate a nest cavity,
most commonly in a rotten stub or branch
of a dead tree. Nest boxes are
occasionally used. Mount the nuthatch
house 5 to 15 feet high away from
buildings in a mature forest as best
protection from house sparrows. The
entrance hole should face away from
prevailing winds and 1 inch of wood
shavings can be placed in box as nesting
material. Optional Slate Squirrel Guard
available to provide extra protection
from squirrels that like to enlarge the
entrance hole and occupy a bird house. |
