This project may be avoided completely by closing off potential nest sites (cover gutters, screen off openings and dryer vents, close openings under off air-conditioners) in early March, before nesting season begins.After fledging, the youngsters do not return to the nest.ĥ. After the youngsters fledge (leave the nest), and you have seen no activity at the nest box for at least three days, then it is safe to remove the nest box It takes these birds about 15-21 days from hatching to fledge (leave the nest). The parent birds may be tentative, so give them time and privacy to return to their babies. Make sure kids and pets are out of sight. Step far enough away so they don’t feel threatened by your presence. Complete repairs and then affix the box as close as possible to the original site – No more than 10-15 feet away from the original site.Ĥ. Do not place the box in an air-conditioned room or direct sunlight, as this will harm the babies. Put the baby birds in the box on top of the nesting material, and keep the box in a warm (not hot) place that is quiet and safe from children or pets. Try to have the nest down for a minimal amount of time.
Place some of that nesting material (no more than 2 inches) into the replacement nest box, making sure that it is densely packed so the babies do not get covered up by it. Removal of the original nest: Once you have your box ready and your replacement site chosen, remove the original nest with its nesting material and babies. Starling boxes can be bigger, up to 12 inches maximum, with a 2 1/2 inch entrance hole.ģ. The size of the box depends on the birds: House sparrow boxes should be at least 6 inches square with a 2 inch hole for each nest. Have the nest box ready and replacement site chosen.
Click here for House Sparrow and Starling identification help.Ģ. All native bird species are protected and their nests cannot be tampered with. We advise using these plans for House sparrows or Starlings only.
Identify the species of bird you are dealing with.
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