The Bufflehead Nestbox has a 7" by 7" floor, 16" inside ceiling, 2
7/8" diameter entrance hole located 14" (to the top of the hole) above the floor
and ventilation openings. Assembled with corrosion resistant screws fit to
pre-drilled countersunk pilot holes. Hinged roof is secured with shutter hooks for
easy access.
Mount nestboxes for
Buffleheads
at least 10 feet, higher if possible, on a tree trunk, (6' to 8' if on a post above
water), in forest bottomlands within 100 feet of a river or a pond. Place some wood
chips on the floor.
Kestrels, Screech owls and Squirrels may use this
box. Assembly:
Safety
First!
Assemble woodworking
projects in a safe area.on a work bench at a height between waist and chest.
Wear eye protection. Eye injuries are the most common assembly mishap.
Keep hardware and tools away from children.and infants; store
away when not in use.
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