Bird Houses & Nesting Box Woodworking Plan: Pileated Woodpeckers
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The below nestbox is designed for the Pileated Woodpecker (as well as the Kestrels, Screech Owls). Squirrels may use this box.
The Pileated Woodpecker Nestbox (also for Kestrels and Screech Owls) has a 10" by 10" floor, 24" inside ceiling, 4" diameter entrance hole located 21" above the floor and ventilation openings. Assembled with screws. Hinged roof is secured with shutter hooks for easy access. For Pileated Woodpeckers, have a professional mount this box with the entrance hole facing south or east, 20 feet or higher on a tree in forest edge,or grove. Pilleated Woodpeckers commonly excavate their own cavities. Fill this box full of wood chips. Squirrels may also use this nestbox.
Safety First
- Assemble woodworking projects in a safe area.
- Always wear eye protection. Eye injuries are the most common accident.
- Keep hardware and tools away from children.and infants
- Store tools and equipment away when not in use.
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