File name: Screech Owl Box Plans Pdf
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Free Shipping Available · Independent Makers · DIY Headquarters · One-of-a-Kind GiftsTypes: Vintage, Personalized, Custom, Unique. Boxes should be placed at least 10 feet high for owls, and 10 to 30 feet high for kestrels. Boxes placed on posts in water should be six to eight feet above the water. Wood duck boxes can . Explore top gifts · Shop stocking stuffers. Boxes should be placed at least 10 feet high for owls, and 10 to 30 feet high for kestrels. Boxes placed on posts in water should be six to eight feet above the water. Wood duck boxes can also be placed in woodland habitat up to a half mile from lakes, ponds, marshes, and rivers. Nest box should be placed at least 10 feet high on the edge of woods, fields or wetlands. To prevent use by squirrels, the box should be mounted on a pole with a predator guard and placed away from trees. Boxes should not be placed in areas where there is extensive use of insecticides and herbicides. AMERICAN KESTREL EASTERN SCREECH OWL • 9 tall falcons with long pointed wings and long tail. • Males have blue-gray wings; females are mostly reddish brown. • Has characteristic tail-bob. • Makes excited, high-pitched cries when alarmed. • Found in open habitats. • Screech Owls search for nest and roost sites throughout the year, so build your nest box as soon as possible! According to recent data, studies show a decline of nearly 50 percent in the American Kestrel population. They are considered threatened or endangered in 4 states, and their population is of concern in 21 others. Eastern Screech Owls. Screech Owl House Assembly. Use waterproof glue front and back. No glue on bottom. Caulking on top seams. Stainless or outdoor screws (/8) recommended. Pre-drill screw or nail holes to prevent splitting. Put a good layer of caulking on all roof seams before /4 screwing or nailing. Screws or nails Drill 3/8 vent holes Screws or nails. Boxes should be placed at least 10 feet high for owls, and 10 to 30 feet high for kestrels. Boxes placed on posts in water should be six to eight feet above the water. Wood duck boxes can also be placed in woodland habitat up to a half mile from lakes, ponds, marshes, and rivers.