Freestanding: Freestanding bird houses simply sit upon a surface, much like a normal doll house might.
Because of the direct support these types of bird houses can depend upon, larger and fancier options may be possible if you perch them on a post.
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Post Mounted: These types of windows stand on a post (much like a mailbox).If you have a large wall with no windows or other obstructions, this may be a good choice.
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Only lighter birdhouses for smaller birds can be mounted this way. Hanging: These types of bird houses are suspended by a cord or a string from a point above them so they can swing gently in the wind.There are four general types of mounts for bird houses: The bird house you choose may depend upon what your resources are in terms of being able to hang the bird house properly. Birds don't like slovenly environments any more than you do! A clean place to roost: Once a year, take the bird house down and scrub it out.A perch installed next to the exit hole will encourage the birds to sit outside the birdhouse and give you more opportunities to see them as you're enjoying the afternoon on the porch. Nesting materials: Place twigs, soft pieces of fabric, and odd bits of yarn in the bird house so the birds can easily make nests.Just remember that the bigger the hole, the greater the risk of predators gaining access to the birds. Bigger birds, such as flickers, will need a 2.5" hole. A 1.5" hole is the right size for small birds, such as cardinals, blue jays, songbirds, and blackbirds. The right size door: Think about the type of birds you see before you buy – a large bird simply won't be able to get into a smaller home.Here are a few things to keep an eye out for: When you're thinking about putting up some birds in style, it's a good idea to give some thought as to what birds want in a bird house-otherwise, there's a good chance that your birdhouse will remain empty. However, for a more delicate look for smaller birds, ceramic is a lovely option. Ceramic: This may not be a good choice for larger birds, as ceramic is brittle and may shatter if subjected to a strong impact.Plastic is a good choice if you're selecting your bird house less for aesthetics and more for productivity. Plastic: This lightweight material is ready for anything, although it may not be as decorative as you might hope.Resin: Resin is a good choice for outdoor birdhouses which you wish to look as good as they perform! As an engineered composite which feels like plastic but can take on the look of stone or metal, resin can stand up to the elements in style.In colder winters, metal will not offer much respite against the cold for birds, who may wish to burrow into something a little more comfortable. Metal: Metal bird houses are likely good for warmer climates.Wood: Wood can be a beautiful material for a bird house, but you will want to use it for birds without incredibly long or sharp beaks (avoid woodpeckers, in other words owls might be a good choice) and it will be important to ensure that the wood is waterproofed so the bird house stands a chance of lasting for years to come.One of the main choices you'll have to make is the material out of which your bird house is made – which will depend on where you want to place the bird house and what environments it will be subjected to.
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