I have established a nest box - the opening currently is facing south east in a wind valley that runs north - south Is there a better orientation?
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Comments:
Hello!
Hello!
Southeast is actual the ideal orientation for nest boxes. Kestrels will take to any direction, but Southeast is favored. It seems to assist in preventing starlings as well, as starlings prefer different orientations.
So far so good!
-Delora