Place nest boxes in the sunniest, most open area possible, away from your house or deep shade. Bluebirds prefer large expanses of short grass with a clear flight path, ideally facing a field. Try not to place the house too close to feeders. Make sure it is mounted 5 to 10 feet off the ground.
Contents
- 1 What is the best direction to face a bluebird house?
- 2 Can I mount a bluebird house on a tree?
- 3 How do I attract bluebirds to my bluebird house?
- 4 When should I put up a bluebird house?
- 5 How do you hang a bluebird house?
- 6 Should bluebird houses face east?
- 7 What color should a bluebird house be?
- 8 How high should a bluebird house be mounted?
- 9 What month do bluebirds build nests?
- 10 Where do you put mealworms for bluebirds?
- 11 Do bluebirds eat birdseed?
- 12 Do you put anything in a birdhouse?
- 13 How do you hang a bluebird house on a pole?
- 14 Where should I put a birdhouse in my yard?
What is the best direction to face a bluebird house?
The house should face south or southeast. Selecting a suitable location for the bluebird house is of house. They should be set out by February 15.
Can I mount a bluebird house on a tree?
You SHOULD NOT mount bluebird boxes on the sides of trees, fences, or buildings. These are very difficult if not impossible to protect from climbing predators. Also, do NOT hang bluebird boxes.
How do I attract bluebirds to my bluebird house?
Seven Tips for Attracting Bluebirds
- Open it up. Bluebirds prefer open areas with low grass and perches from which they can hunt insects.
- Leave it alone.
- Plant native.
- Just add water.
- Go chemical-free.
- Beware of roaming cats.
- Offer mealworms.
When should I put up a bluebird house?
Because bluebirds will use birdhouses as winter roosting spots, there is no best time to put out houses for them —anytime is fine. Bluebirds begin investigating potential nesting sites as early as late February, so houses should be clean, repaired, and available for nesting birds by February 15.
How do you hang a bluebird house?
Place nest boxes in the sunniest, most open area possible, away from your house or deep shade. Bluebirds prefer large expanses of short grass with a clear flight path, ideally facing a field. Try not to place the house too close to feeders. Make sure it is mounted 5 to 10 feet off the ground.
Should bluebird houses face east?
Ideally, the house would have the opening facing east, looking out onto an open area, and facing away from prevailing winds. Keeping the grass fairly short in the area near the bluebird house will make it easier for the bluebirds to hunt for tasty and nutritious insects.
What color should a bluebird house be?
Bluebirds prefer earthy tones, such as the colors of grass and dirt. For this reason, shades of brown and green are good choices. Bright colors attract other birds and predators, which is detrimental to bluebirds.
How high should a bluebird house be mounted?
Height: Bluebirds nest within a wide range of heights, from two to 50 feet. Mounting at eye level provides easy checking; however, if cats or other predators are problems, hang nest boxes at least six to eight feet from the ground.
What month do bluebirds build nests?
Scouting: February to Mid-March: Bluebirds start checking out nesting sites. Late arrivals, or previously unpaired birds may nest as late as July or even August, and some pairs have multiple broods.
Where do you put mealworms for bluebirds?
Once they become familiar with the routine, the mealworms should be placed inside the feeder. The location of the feeder can also be varied. Initially one can place the feeder close (~25 feet) to the nestbox. Then incrementally move it farther away (to ~100 feet) as the bluebirds become familiar with it.
Do bluebirds eat birdseed?
It is important to note that bluebirds won’t usually eat the most common foods offered to backyard birds, such as whole sunflower seeds, millet, and mixed birdseed. While bluebirds will sample sunflower chips when they are easily available and no other foods are abundant, these birds don’t typically eat seed.
Do you put anything in a birdhouse?
Wood is the best material for birdhouses. Other materials (like metal or plastic) may not insulate the nest enough, so eggs or young could become chilled in cold weather or overheated in warm, sunny weather. Use rough-cut wood slabs, tree sections, or 3/4-inch plywood.
How do you hang a bluebird house on a pole?
There are several ways to mount your bluebird house on the pole. One method involves drilling 5/16-inch holes in the pipe and birdhouse, then using 1/4-inch bolts to fasten the house to the pole. You can also use pipe straps or electrical conduit hangers.
Where should I put a birdhouse in my yard?
First, it is recommended that the birdhouse faces the opposite direction from our prevailing winds. This means, as much as practical, birdhouses should face a northeasterly direction. The height where you place bird boxes should be at least five feet off the ground.
