Putting Up Bluebird Houses 

Bluebirds are really fun and entertaining to watch as they begin building a nest.  You will really enjoy them by putting up bluebird houses.  They feel very fortunate when they come across a vacant bird house just for them.  At one time bluebirds were thought to be getting scarce.  But now everyone is getting on board to make sure they have a happy and healthy place to raise their young. So, everyone is putting up bluebird houses.  Bluebirds have been known to nest in a hole carved in trees by another bird or a hollowed out rotting tree.

Most bluebirds live in the rural and country areas because they can readily find insects to eat.  With so many trees cut down in the city, it is not suitable for the bluebirds.

You can find a bluebird house in an outdoor store or home store.  They are not very expensive, depending on the type of wood used and how easily it is to clean.  You might decide to get a book and find a pattern and make your own house.  Be sure you read about putting up bluebird houses and not just any birdhouse.  They like a certain size and entrance hole.

Be sure the ground area below the house is clear.  Bluebirds sometimes just fly down from a perch and grab an insect. The best place is in middle of the yard away from woods or building.  If you decide to put up more than one bluebird feeder it will need to be several hundred yards away because bluebirds tend to be territorial.  If they are too close, one will remain empty the rest of the year. They will fight anything that comes near their house.  You would also be best to not put feeders near where you put a house.

You will probably get 2 to 3 nesting a year depending on your location.  Monitor your birdhouse and as soon as you see the bluebirds no longer going in and out you should immediately clean out the nest.  It is best if you put the nest in a plastic bag and discard it into a trash can.  Then wash out the nest box and clean to get rid of left over poop or parasites.  Leave the door propped open until it dries. You should have another nesting soon.  You will probably have the same pair.  You are kind of like a landlord preparing for new tenants. You want your guest to be happy campers.  Your efforts will be well rewarded.  Bluebirds are amazing creatures to watch go about their daily life.