Bird Houses & Nesting Box Woodworking Plan
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The below nestbox is designed for the Common Goldeneye. Squirrels may use this box.
The Common Goldeneye Nestbox has a 12" by 12" floor, 24" inside ceiling, 5" wide by 4" high oval entrance hole located 22" (to the top of the hole) above the floor and ventilation openings. Assembled with corrosion resistant screws fit to pre-drilled countersunk pilot holes. Hinged roof is secured with shutter hooks for easy access.
Mount boxes for Common Goldeneyes at least 10 feet, higher if possible, on a tree trunk, (6' to 8' if on a post above water), in forest bottomlands within 100 feet of a river or a pond. Place some wood chips on the floor. Squirrels may use this box.
Safety First
Assemble woodworking projects in a safe area.on a work bench at a height between waist and chest. Wear eye protection. Eye injuries are the most common assembly mishap. Keep hardware and tools away from children.and infants; store away when not in use.
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