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Timber nest-boxes generally require a climbing structure attached inside the box below the entrance hole. Both logs and nests need an entrance hole/opening about 100 mm (about 4 inches) from the top. Many species of parrots like the entrance hole to be just big enough to squeeze through.
Budgie nestbox.Typical size about 210mm long x 140mm deep x 130mm high (about 8 x 6 x 5 inches).
Entry hole about 50mm (2 inches).
Often made from chipboard/mdf or pine timber.
Budgies use a depression cut into the nest base in which to lay their eggs.
Available from Burwood Pets and Birds (03) 9809 1212.
Side
ways sloping
nest box for parrots.
Dimensions vary according to the size of the species.
Open
ended parrot nest log.
Often used for large parrots such as Macaws and
cockatoos.
Dimensions vary according to the size of the species.
Nestbox
on about 45 degrees.
Dimensions vary according to the size of the species.
This nest box has the entry hole on the side wall and has a
climbing structure attached inside the box below
the entry hole.
Inverted "L" or "Inverted
Boot" shaped nestbox for parrots, including Lorikeets and Lories.
Inspection hole on left hand side of the nestbox.
Dimensions vary according to the size of the species.
Climbing structure attached inside the box in the
lower section on the front wall. This will allow access to the upper
internal platform.
"L" shaped or "boot shaped" nestbox, right or left handed versions. Similar to the
above photo but with a sliding nest opening on the lower part of the
nestbox.
Nest dimensions = base 300 mm long x 150 mm deep (12 x 6 inches).
Overall height 250mm (about 10 inches)
Top part = half the overall height and half the overall width.
Entry hole about 65mm ( about 2.5 inches). Climbing
structure attached inside the box below the entry hole.
Available from Burwood Pets and Birds (03) 9809 1212.
Another version of "L" shaped or "boot shaped" nestbox.
Smaller version of the
Tall timber nest box with a "boot" as shown below.
Climbing structure is essential inside
the nest box. Climbing structure attached inside the box on the
side wall.
Hinged nest inspection point is above the nest/boot portion.
Entry hole can be varied to allow for size differences between species.
"A"
shaped nestbox.
Nest dimensions = base about 175 mm wide x 275 mm deep (about 7 x 11 inches).
Overall height 400mm (about 16 inches)
Top = about 90mm x 275mm (3.75 x 11 inches).
Top/lid is removable.
Entry hole about 65mm ( about 2.5 inches). Climbing
structure attached inside the box.
Materials are chipboard/mdf and plywood.
Suits a wide range of parrots.
Could be improved by having a bigger inspection hole.
Available from Burwood Pets and Birds (03) 9809 1212.
"A" shaped nestbox. Larger version of above photo.
Nest made from hardwood timber.
Nest box with lid that can be opened to increase airflow.
Good in summer to
lower nest temperature or lower humidity.
With natural timbers, the parrots can chew the entry hole to the size
and shape they prefer.
Basic vertical nestbox about 450mm or 18 inches high.This nestbox made from pine timber with removable top.
Entry hole diameter according to the size of the species.
Dimensions vary according to the size of the species.
Climbing structure attached inside the box just below the entry hole.
Basic vertical
parrot nestbox showing hinged lid.Suits a wide range of parrots. Dimensions vary according to the size of the species.
Entry hole about 65mm (about 2.5 inches) in smaller box and 85mm (about 3.5 inches) in the larger box.
Box size - left = base 240mm x 220mm and 300mm high (about 9 x 9 x 12 inches).
Box size - right = base 280mm x 300mm and 450mm high (about 11 x 12 x 18 inches).
Climbing structure attached inside the box. Materials are chipboard/mdf and plywood. Often made from pine or hardwood timber.
Available from Burwood Pets and Birds (03) 9809 1212.
Tall timber nest box with a "boot". The "boot" section
allows the hen to incubate with reduced rise of a bird entering the nest
and landing on the eggs.
Climbing structure is essential inside the
nest box. Nest inspection point is above the nest/boot portion.
Entry hole can be varied to allow for size differences between species.
This nest is probably a bit too close to the roof. This nest box
may heat up in summer from heat radiating from the roof.
Nest box on an angle of about 45 degrees. This style has a
horizontal base. A landing platform is attached in front of
the nestbox. Hinged inspection point is above the horizontal base
section.
Dimensions of the nest box and entry hole can be changed to cater for
varying sizes of parrot species. Being a timber nest box, it will
generally require a climbing structure attached inside the box below the
entrance hole.
Same as nest box below but with a landing platform.
Hinged inspection point is above the horizontal base section or in
the rear wall of the nest.
Same as above but with a "spout" or "tunnel" entrance.
Hinged inspection point is above the horizontal base section or in the
rear wall of the nest.
Three styles of nests in one cockatoo aviary.
Left = Full upright wine barrel on strong metal support.
Back wall = Half wine barrel on its side.
Right = Large horizontal nest box.
Each nest entrance has a metal protective strip to minimize beak damage.
Large nest logs in a cockatoo aviary.
Three log lengths are offered in 3 locations.
Each log has a different entry hole size and aspect.
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