🌳 Creating Homes for Owls: A Guide to Nest box Placement 🦉

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation? 🌿 As we strive to protect our natural habitats, providing suitable nesting sites for owls plays a crucial role. Let’s explore the art of placing owl boxes in UK trees to create safe havens for these majestic birds. 🏡

Key Considerations:

1. Choosing the Right Tree: Look for a mature tree with a thick trunk. Go for an isolated location on the woodland edge or in a hedgerow. Ensure the tree has a high canopy and minimal low branches. Position the nest box at least 3 meters (10 feet) above ground a tree near strips of rough grassland.
2. Direction and Shelter: Face the nest box either east (to catch the morning sun) or south (to protect from cold north winds). Avoid fixing boxes on poles or outside walls.
3. Landscape Considerations: Choose a mixed farming landscape with patches of rough grassland. Avoid urban, suburban, dense woodland, and hilly exposed areas.

Let’s work together to create welcoming homes for our feathered friends! 🌟

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