Saturday, October 26, 2013

Finding Truly Unique Bird Houses For Sale

By Kelly Wood


The world is full of wild birds and many people delight in providing feeding stations and bird houses for them in their back yard. When deciding what style of housing that is wanted it is natural to look into the field of unique bird houses for sale. The variety of styles, shapes and material make up will astound you.

You can find select individuals that make their creations from any number of materials. They use woods that are weathered and durable. They also use natural clays and other ecologically friendly materials to keep from upsetting the delicate balance of nature. Porcelain is another avenue that is taken although you may want to display these items inside your home.

One company produces an edible model that has an assortment of different seeds affixed to the exterior of the dwelling. It is recommended that you do not put it outside until the summer months and try to protect it from rain and other harsh elements. Part of the decorative appeal comes in the form of dried flowers that are ecologically friendly.

Hand carved and burnt features that look like wizards or gnomes are also available. The mouth is open and expanded wide enough to allow entry for the birds. Figures of other animals are also made in this way. The carved faces are made to sit on a pole or porch railing while the bears and cats generally hang from a tree branch or porch eave.

Depending on the size of structure you are looking for you will find that the nesting sites can be as large as a three story house or even resemble one of the plantations from the deep south. Many birds live close together when nesting as a safety measure. Purple martins are one breed and wrens like to be in groups of five or six nests. The houses for the martins can be as tall as four or five stories and have four to six compartments on each floor.

Most of the homes come with equipment to either hang them or mount them on a pole. This is included in the price of the purchase. They are also made in such a way as to protect the birds and their chicks from cats and other predators while they inhabit the structure.

When looking for something truly unique do not be swayed by the looks alone. They need to be easily cleaned each season or the birds may not return. A sliding or removable side panel works best. With the sliding panel you can also install a video camera or a clear glass panel so you can observe the birds easily.

The world of unique bird houses for sale can leave you wondering where to start. The seasoned shopper can find a wild bird store that caters to people who want only the best for their little friends. The largest resource is the internet. There you will find hundreds of individuals and companies that will build whatever you are looking for and can offer you a wide variety of premade items to choose from.




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