How big should the hole be in an owl box?

Placement of the entry hole: The entry hole should be about 2” from top edge (see image) and no less than 16” from the floor , otherwise the owlets may jump or fall out prematurely. The size of the hole is also important – it should be about 5 ½” to 6”.

What are the dimensions of a barn owl nest box?

Barn owl nest box requirements Suitable dimensions for the entrance hole are between 10x10cm and 15x15cm, and an outside platform gives a perching area for young owls to stretch their wings and reduce the risk of them falling to the ground before being able to fly.

How to build your own barn owl box?

Build your own box using the complete plans and information in Build a Barn Owl Box (PDF) (© February 2012) by Charles G. Wade, Lee Pauser, and David Altknecht. Plans and information contain:

What do you need to know about barn owls?

And keep your distance from the box to allow new barn owl families to discover their home. Provide decent living quarters and barn owls may help keep your fields free from pesticide usage, free from predators, increase their population and offer quality environmental and sustainable green space for everyone.

How big does a barn owl nest have to be?

Size of Entrance Hole: Many designs err on the size of the entrance hole, usually making them too large. All cavity nesting birds, including barn owls, prefer an entrance hole that is just large enough for them to squeeze through, but too small for larger animals that might prey on the eggs or chicks.

How do you clean a barn owl nest?

Open the box carefully and lift the box down from its’ position, then scoop out all the contents including unhatched eggs. Place all of the contents into a plastic bag and close tightly, disposing away from children and animals. Scrub the inside and outside of the box with boiling water and let it air dry.