Nest Boxes: Supporting Biodiversity

Nest Boxes: Supporting Biodiversity
Image from Lyric Wild Bird Food

Welcome to the Just One Planet nest box program- promoting the creation of bird houses. If you've not already and would like to, go to the Roots and Shoots website through this link:

Nesting Boxes: Supporting Biodiversity - Roots & Shoots

if you don't want to follow the link, here is an excerpt from the page:

The Problem

Global bird populations are severely declining, mainly due to major habitat loss.

Our Plan

Members will be able to access instructions to build nesting boxes for local birds. These will be built for specific species and members should use the resources provided on the Just One Planet website to choose one that is applicable. After building them, members will be able to send pictures/videos of their finished projects to be posted to Just One Planet social media platforms.

First, go to the NestWatch website to be able to access instructions on how to build your nest box:

All About Birdhouses - NestWatch
How to Make a Safe, Successful Home for our Feathered Friends For many species of birds, there is a shortage of great places to nest. There may be birds that would love to call your habitat home, but they have a specific nesting requirement which needs to be met. Birdhouses can be placed in backyards,... Read more »

Remember, you must choose a bird house that matches the birds in your region and what will be best for your housing situation. If your region cannot be found, please find another website that has it! Make sure to check out all the tips and tricks on the website! If you find another reliable source to get information, go ahead and try it out.

After building your house, please send images of it to justoneplanetorg@gmail.com to be posted on the Just One Planet Tiktok and Instagram. Please take images from multiple angles. If you'd like, edit it to enhance vibrancy or hide any details that you don't like.

Include information such as what type of bird the house is intended for, the general region it's located in (do not include your personal address), any difficulties you faced, things you may change next time, and anything else you want to add. If you'd like, include your name (first and last, just first, or a pseudonym) and/or username.

If you're in school, consider using this membership as a chance to earn volunteer hours. Don't forget to follow all Just One Planet social media platforms!

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