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QuestionHow big should the entry hole be?Community AnswerIt depends on the size of the bird. If the body can fit through, it is big enough. A good size is about 2 1/2 inches; this way, the bird can get in, but predatory birds can't.
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QuestionWhat type of birds would move into a house with these dimensions?Amy HarrisonTop AnswererSmaller birds, such as robins, blue birds and finches.
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QuestionCan a pigeon fit in it?LunaCommunity AnswerNo, pigeons are a lot bigger, and usually don't nest in birdhouses anyway. If you would like a pigeon come to your backyard offer places for nesting such as crevices, balconies, archways and large trees.
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QuestionWill hummingbirds be attracted to this nest box?Hannah MaddenCommunity AnswerHummingbirds don't nest in trees, so they won't use a bird box. If you'd like to attract hummingbirds to your property, consider putting out a hummingbird feeder filled with 1 part granulate sugar and 4 parts water.
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QuestionWill this nest work for wrens?Hannah MaddenCommunity AnswerYes! Wrens love nesting in small cavities, so they'll love having a bird box as a home. They eat insects out of the trees and foliage, so consider attaching your bird box to a tree trunk so the wrens can go out and hunt easily.
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