Description
The Swift Nest Box No. 17B is a thoughtfully designed, single-cavity nesting box, perfect for Swifts in need of an enlarged brood chamber. It has a larger depth than the 17A Nest Box. The depth of 20cm provides more room for the adult Swifts to build their nest and for the chicks to exercise pre-fledging. It also provides more space for a small nest box camera. This box provides an ideal balance of weight and size, offering ample space while remaining easy to install.
Crafted from certified, asbestos-free, vegetable fibre-reinforced concrete and SCHWEGLER wood-concrete, this box is both durable and weather-resistant, making it a great choice for outdoor installation on building façades, under roof eaves, or in other suitable locations like cliffs or rock faces. It includes all necessary mounting hardware, such as brackets, screws, and plugs, ensuring a straightforward setup.
Key Features:
- Larger Brood Chamber: The depth of 20cm provides more room for the adult Swifts to build their nest and for the chicks to exercise pre-fledging. It also provides more space for a small nest box camera.
- Durable Construction: Made from strong, weather-resistant, eco-friendly materials like fibre-reinforced concrete and wood-concrete.
- Easy Installation: Comes with a mounting bracket, screws, and plugs for simple installation on walls, façades, or under roof edges.
- Ideal for Swift Colonies: Swifts are social birds, so installing multiple boxes will help form successful colonies.
- Dimensions: External: W 34 x H 15 x D 21 cm, Brood Chamber: W 30 x H 14 x D 20 cm, Weight: approx. 4.8 kg.
This Swift Nest Box No. 17B is designed to provide a safe, comfortable space for Swifts to nest and raise their young, contributing to the survival of this red listed (in Ireland and UK) species in urban environments. With proper care, this durable nesting aid will provide years of support for Swifts returning to the same breeding site year after year.
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