American Kestrel Nest Box For Sale

Nest boxes will also occasionally attract bees in search of a new hive.

American kestrel nest box for sale.

American kestrels will readily use boxes for breeding during spring and even roosting during winter. The main thing is that no box is a bad box and at least we tried. This includes barn and roof crevices old woodpecker cavities and constructed nest boxes. But a few tips will make the nest box last longer be occupied more often potentially.

But it needs to be located in the correct habitat and on the proper structure to have a chance to attract the kestrels and also for them to nest successfully. I have seen boxes of various sizes designs materials and placement successfully used by american kestrels. Installing american kestrel nest boxes. However if any other bird decides to use your nest box federal law prohibits you from removing their nest or disturbing their nesting in any way.

They will also accept artificial nest boxes placed in suitable habitat which is open areas such as pastures and hay fields. Click on american kestrel nest box plans below for a larger version for printing. American kestrel nest boxes instructions for assembly and installation about the american kestrel. If european starlings or house sparrows build a nest in your box you are allowed to remove it and hope for a kestrel instead.

The american kestrel is north america s smallest falcon and unlike its larger cousins this beautiful little bird chooses to nest in cavities i e holes in trees or other objects such as utility poles and buildings.