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Birdhouse Hole Sizes by Species (and When to Put One Up)
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Birdhouse Hole Sizes by Species (and When to Put One Up)

A 1-inch hole says wren, 1 1/2 says bluebird. Eight backyard species' hole, floor and height from Cornell's NestWatch, plus the fall-to-spring timing.

BirdingPath Editorial7 min·September 22, 2026
How to Attract Bluebirds: Mealworms + the Right Box
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How to Attract Bluebirds: Mealworms + the Right Box

Bluebirds come for mealworms and a proper nest box over open grass, not for seed feeders. Here's exactly how to set your yard up.

BirdingPath Editorial4 min·July 19, 2026