Bluebirds are more selective than other species when it comes to the location where they build their nest. Bluebirds usually use trees with holes in them created by as a woodpecker, or trees that are rotted with holes as a place to live. However, due to the housing developments in suburban communities, many of these natural homes are being eliminated. The bluebird population has declined because of this. The building of bluebird houses is being promoted by bird lovers, and they also have educated people on placement so this wonderful species will be attracted to nest in yards and gardens. Bluebirds require specific features in order to live and nest in an area, so bluebird house placement is critical. Read more…

You can design a bluebird house in a variety of ways. Some designs are very simple, so much so that almost anyone can create them. These simple designs are usually in the form of a kit, which provides the builder with the materials and instructions necessary for building a bluebird house. Other kits might have instructions that call the builder to get materials elsewhere and cut them into the proper sizes. More skill and experience is required on the builder’s part for these plans, since one will have to use carpentry skills and use more advanced tools to get the project done right. Read more…