Any bird house you buy will probably attract something, but it's wise to look into different birdhouses to find which one will suit the needs of the birds that are most likely to travel to your yard. Here's all you need to know about finding a bird house.
What kind of bird house is out there?
The kind of bird house you buy should depend on the kinds of birds that are native to your area. Obviously if you live in the mountains, you're not going to attract the same birds that you would attract if you lived in Florida. Once you've found the species of bird you want to attract to your bird house, educate yourself about the bird and its needs.
Because there are so many birds, it would be impossible to run through the exact bird house each bird might live in. However, we can examine some of the more common bird houses.
Roosting boxes are a kind of bird house that are very simple. Some times they have three standing sides and one open side. This type of roosting box attracts robins and other larger birds. Roosting boxes that have four closed sides with a small circular hole are better suited for small birds, such as chickadees.
How do I know what bird house to buy?
When you start looking for a bird house, keep the following considerations in mind. Only 30 percent of the birds in the United States will use a bird house as a bird house. Because of this, you might be better off getting a bird feeder.
Keep the bird house away from your house, garage, other bird houses and other areas that might disrupt your new bird house. Also remember to keep your bird house away from areas where the house will be bothered by predators and larger animals, such as squirrels. Keep the opening away from wind and put the bird house in a protective area that catches sunlight.
Also, after you have your bird house up and running, be patient. It will take a while before you get a family in your new bird house.
Your bird house can be simple
You don't need to put a lot of money into buying a bird house. Birds don't care about decoration; they care about warmth and safety. If you figure out what kind of bird house you need based on the criteria outlined above, you can look for a pre-built house or a bird house building kit.
