Nesting

In the spring-time birds engage in courtship.

While some birds will nest in houses, other's prefer to nest in trees. Clean the house when a brood leaves, to help prevent spread of diseases.

Does you nest box get to hot? Always try to provided adequate ventilation. Have you provided drainage to cope with a heavy rainstorm?

Thinking of cutting down that branch because it does not appeal to you? Dead wood provides a large supply of insect food for birds. They also supply a great many holes, for birds to use to nest in.

Is your nest box or feeder station-- predator-resistant?

Nesting materials

• Shreds of soft cloth
• stuffing
• cotton
• dryer lint
• pine needles
• straw
• sawdust shavings (not treated)
• grass
• dead twigs
• feathers
• yarn
• hair