Nest Box for Starlings

This starling nest box is made from a blend of concrete and wood fibres, protecting nesting birds from predators such as woodpeckers, cats and squirrels. Designed for starlings, it also helps turf managers encourage a natural predator of turf pests.

Key Features

• Wood-concrete construction combining concrete and wood fibres
• Resists attack from woodpeckers, cats and squirrels
• Insulating material keeps the internal temperature steadier than a standard wooden box
• A more stable temperature during the breeding season gives young birds a better chance of survival
• Designed for starlings
• Backed by a 10 year guarantee

How to Use

• Due to the weight of the box, hang it using aluminium nails, which also helps reduce damage to trees
• Site the box following standard nest box siting guidance

Applications

• Encouraging starlings as part of an integrated pest management (IPM) approach on turf
• Starlings naturally prey on chafer beetles and crane flies; their narrow beaks let them feed on these pests with minimal damage to the turf, while helping to aerate the surface naturally
• Supporting biodiversity, ideally alongside insect- and bird-attracting wildflowers, which draw in insects and provide plenty of seed for birds

Specifications

• Material: concrete and wood fibre mix
• Target species: Starling
• Weight: 8.5kg
• Guarantee: 10 years