Hanging Hogla Birdhouse:
Gorgeous and unique, these handmade birdhouses can be proudly displayed in gardens, patios, or any outdoor areas, adding a touch of natural beauty to the scenery.
Made from Hogla ( Typha elephantina Roxb. fiber) by Fair Trade artisans, located in the Saidpur region of Northern Bangladesh.
Birdhouse Dimensions:
52cm height (including 20cm handle) x 20cm width approx.
Tips to Encourage Birds to Nest in your Birdhouse:
Hollows of trees are the natural habitat for many species of fauna. In the absence of hollow bearing trees a Bird Roosting Pocket or a Small Bird Nesting Box can introduce a hollow to your garden to attract both birds and mammals. Whether a bird or other animal decides to visit your Bird Roosting Pocket depends on a variety of considerations. Here is some information and suggestions.
- Animals will not forage too far from safety, so Bird Roosting Pockets should not be too far from food sources
- We recommend not feeding wild animals and birds unless you have knowledge of the food that suits
- Bird Roosting Pockets should be hung at least 3m from the ground, out of reach of dogs, cats and also humans
- Place in an inconspicuous position, protected from the weather (cold, rain, direct heat from sun)
- You can tell if a bird is nesting as you will see some signs such as extra twigs or debris
- Avoid looking in the box, as it could lead to desertion
- The Bird Roosting Pocket entrance holes are around 5 -7cm to suit smaller birds such as small parrots, lorikeets, tree martins, rufous treekeeper and owlet nightjar
- Natural nest predators may prey but this is part of building up an ecosystem
Sources: Wildlife Notes, 1997 (CALM, WA)