Nest Boxes & Nesting
8 guides
How to Help Nesting Birds With Nesting Material
Learn what nesting material for birds is safe to put out, what to avoid, and how to offer it so backyard birds can find and use it.
June 26, 2026
How to Keep Predators Off a Nest Box
Learn how to protect nest box from predators using baffles, hardware cloth, extended roofs, and smart placement. Practical tips for bluebirds, wrens, and
May 27, 2026
Birdhouse Mistakes That Keep Birds Away
Find out the most common birdhouse mistakes that stop birds from nesting, and learn simple fixes to make your nest box irresistible.
May 22, 2026
What to Do If You Find a Bird Nest
Found a bird nest in your yard? Learn what to check, what the law says, and the few situations where acting is actually okay.
May 19, 2026
Nest Box Hole Sizes for Different Birds
Get the right birdhouse hole size for bluebirds, wrens, chickadees, and more. A species-by-species chart with interior dimensions and mounting heights.
May 13, 2026
Where to Place a Nest Box for the Best Results
Learn the best nest box placement by species, height, direction, and habitat so cavity-nesting birds actually move in this season.
April 29, 2026
When and How to Clean Out a Nest Box
Learn exactly when and how to clean a birdhouse, what supplies to use, and how routine nest box maintenance keeps cavity-nesting birds coming back.
April 25, 2026
How to Build a Birdhouse: Plans and Tips
Learn how to build a birdhouse with simple plans, species-specific dimensions, and practical tips that give cavity-nesting birds a safe place to raise their
April 15, 2026