Provide Homes for “Bug Catchers”

Birds nest during the spring and summer and most birds feed insects to their nestlings/fledglings. So rather than fool with one of those “bug zappers” or smoky, smelly candles to ward off insects this summer, why not invite more birds into your yard to do the job for you!

In addition to continuing your bird feeding program all year long, placing nesting boxes throughout your property will attract cavity nesting birds. Bluebirds, chickadees, wrens, titmice, nuthatches and some woodpeckers will readily accept a manmade box in place of a natural cavity for raising their young.

Whether you choose to build your own boxes or purchase them, keep in mind the species you want to attract because size requirements are different for different birds.

Wild About Birds offers a wide assortment of nesting boxes both ready made and in kit form. Early to mid-March is the ideal time to put up your new nesting boxes so hurry in, pick up a few and offer homes to nature’s “bug catchers”!