User Guide
Eco Barn Owl Nest Box
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Where to site your box
Your eco barn owl box
is suitable for use inside a build-
ing such as a barn, or outside, fixed to a tree etc.
When
fitting inside, ideally it should be mounted high up
(>3 metres if possible). Near the apex of a roof is
ideal, providing there is enough ventilation to
avoid overheating when the sun shines on the
roof. The owls must have permanent access to
the roof space, and the entrance to the box
should be visible to any passing owls. For siting
outside we recommend that the box is at least 4.5
metres high. To minimise the risk of overheating
it is best to site the box somewhere shaded that
avoids too much direct sunshine (especially in the
middle of the day). To reduce rain being blown
into the box, if possible face the box away from
the prevailing wind. It is also best to choose a
location where any passing owls can clearly see
the entrance hole (and have a good view from the
entrance hole).
Maintenance
Your box is designed to last for many years. If oc-
cupied by barn owls the box should be cleaned
out every couple of years to remove accumulated
debris. If jackdaws or pigeons use the box they
will fill the box with sticks etc this will make it
unattractive to barn owls and should be cleared
out at the end of the breeding season. The wood-
en floor is designed to be easily replaced and
after 5+ years in an occupled box it may need re-
placing (replacement floors available from our
website)
Please note that Barn Owls are a Schedule 1 spe-
cies and an occupied nest box should not be dis-
turbed or inspected by anyone other than a li-
censed individual.
The Nestbox Company Limited
Eastcote House
Barston Lane
Eastcote
Solihull
B92 0HS UK
+44 (0) 1675 442299
www.nestbox.co.uk
