{"product_id":"barn-swallow-nest-cups-set-of-2","title":"Barn Swallow Nest Cups - Set of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Nesting Cups encourage Barn Swallows to take up residence at your place... in a safe and sturdy nest that won't fall down!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoax them from inconvenient nesting spots for their 2nd brood too. Nest cups may be placed under eaves on the porch or garage, or any high location protected from sun, rain and wind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllowing some space away from a corner makes them a bit more appealing but not necessary. Swallows prefer to have full access to their nest... with the ability to enter\/exit from both the right and left sides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuality construction, cups feature two counter sunk holes for easy mounting. Swallows will reuse these handmade nest cups year after year. A fun bird to observe, they're most beneficial to your habitat for natural pest control. Eastern Phoebes may also use these fine digs to raise a family or two!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck out this \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/19189103-barn-swallow-residents-finally-take-the-plunge\" type=\"Swallow Nest Cups Prove Successful\"\u003eshort story and pics\u003c\/a\u003e sent in by a CA customer who successfully coaxed her barn swallows to their new digs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet of two nest cups.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasures: 6 x 6 x 4\u003cbr\u003eItem Weight: 2 lb.\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Wood\u003cbr\u003eUSA Made\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: SCREWS NOT INCLUDED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bit of background:\u003cbr\u003eCurrent agricultural practices, buildings etc. are not conducive to nesting. Swallows can not attach their nests to smooth lumber, steel or vinyl, so they could use some help. With the demolition of old bridges, barns and other structures- their habitat is shrinking rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Ohio conservationist did some research and came up with a terrific nesting cup to help barn swallows thrive. Upon a trial of 30 or so cups, he found they worked perfectly! There was a 50% occupancy rate. Over the next few years the nest cups were placed at different locations; in culverts under roads and bridges, etc. The Barn Swallow population in this area now flourishes and thrives thanks to the efforts of one concerned craftsman.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNeed a small or large quantity for a conservation project in your area? Just give us a call... we'd be thrilled to help with your efforts!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arviloes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1148002223,"sku":"BSNC","price":39.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1903\/files\/Ultimate-Barn-Swallow-Nest-Cups.png?v=1741126834","url":"https:\/\/arviloes.shop\/products\/barn-swallow-nest-cups-set-of-2","provider":"Arviloes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}