Generic Outdoor Owl Nesting Box, 14.5-Inch Brown Cedar with Ventilated Design

Generic is an outdoor owl nesting box designed to provide a nesting space for small-to-medium owls, with a 14.5 x 9 x 7.5-inch (36.83 x 22.86 x 19.05 cm) body and a 4.72 x 3.9-inch (12.0 x 9.9 cm) entrance.

• Carbonized cedar planks — designed to resist moisture, decay, warping, cracking and insects.
• Entrance-mounted perch — gives owls a place to land and climb without a long exterior perch that could serve as a route to the nest for other animals.
• Ventilated interior and waterproof roof — help promote airflow and keep the nesting space dry and cool.
• Wood shavings included — provide nesting material inside the box.
• Pre-cut panels, screws and screwdriver included — provide the components for assembly.

Make a sheltered nesting place available in a yard, garden or other outdoor setting with this cedar owl box. Its entry and interior dimensions are intended for small-to-medium owls and other cavity-nesting birds, while the built-in perch and weather-conscious construction address the practical needs of an outdoor nest. It is designed for mounting on a tree or post, 10–20 feet (3.0–6.1 m) above the ground.

Which owls and birds is this nesting box sized for?

The box is intended for owls measuring 9–11 inches (22.9–27.9 cm), with an entrance measuring 4.72 x 3.9 inches (12.0 x 9.9 cm). Examples include Eastern Screech Owls, Northern Saw-whet Owls, American Kestrels and Burrowing Owls, as well as other cavity-nesting birds. Comparing the bird’s size with the entrance and box measurements can help you assess whether the space suits the birds you hope to attract.

• Overall dimensions: 14.5 x 9 x 7.5 inches (36.83 x 22.86 x 19.05 cm).
• Designed for small-to-medium owl species and cavity-nesting birds.

How does the entrance and interior design support a nest?

The perch sits on the wooden board at the entrance rather than extending as a long perch outside the box. Owls can land, climb and observe from it, while its placement helps prevent other animals from using the perch as a bridge to reach the nest, supporting protection for eggs and chicks. The box is made from thick cedar planks with a carbonized finish, which is designed to resist moisture, decay, warping, cracking and insects through spring rain, summer heat and winter snow.

• Four cutouts at the bottom-board corners allow airflow beneath the nesting area.
• Side vents support air circulation, and the waterproof roof helps keep the interior dry and cool.

What comes with the box, and how is it mounted?

The box comes with wood shavings, pre-cut panels, screws and a screwdriver. Assemble the panels using the included hardware; assembly is designed to take minutes. For placement, mount the finished box on a tree or post 10–20 feet (3.0–6.1 m) above the ground. The owls it attracts naturally help control mice, voles, chipmunks and gophers, giving the box a wildlife-supporting role in the yard.

• Wood shavings are included for the nesting space.
• Pre-cut panels and the included screws and screwdriver make up the assembly components.

This box suits wildlife lovers and bird enthusiasts who want to provide a nesting place for small-to-medium owls and cavity-nesting birds in an outdoor setting. Its measured entrance, cedar construction, ventilation features and elevated tree-or-post mounting design make it a purpose-built nesting box rather than a general bird feeder or open birdhouse.

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