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Decorative protection plate for nest box entrance holes - "The Bird Heart" predator protection model

The Bird Heart: An original and charming protective plate in the shape of a tit and its heart to secure the entrance hole of your nest boxes. Handcrafted, it acts as a barrier against predators while adding an irresistible decorative touch to your garden.

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Decorative hole protector plate for nest boxes - anti-predator protection

A protective plate to use to reduce and/or protect the entrance hole of a nest box. In addition, the plate prevents a squirrel, woodpecker, or other bird species from enlarging the entrance hole. This makes the nest safer and protects the residents from predators.

This plate also prevents large birds from occupying the nest instead of the species for which the nest box is intended.

Benefits:
- Trusted: Approved by environmental organizations in Europe
- Improve survival: helps protect nesting birds
- Anti-predator protection: the hole remains protected against enlargement

Available in various colors and diameters to suit different garden bird species.

Ideal for:

Ø28: Blue tit, Coal tit, Marsh tit
Ø32: Great tit, House sparrow
Ø34: House sparrow, Nuthatch, Black redstart

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Discover our entire collection of artisanal protective plates! From the retro charm of our "Persienne" to the romance of our "Cœur" model, the pep of our "Soleil" model, and the poetry of our "Cosmos" or "Oiseau," find the perfect silhouette to personalize the nest box of your little protected ones.

Material:
All my creations are designed and manufactured by me using PETG, a durable material – more modern than wood!

• Durable: resistant to sun, rain, and frost without deteriorating.
• Hygienic: easy to clean, no mold or pests.
• Design: lightweight, strong, and aesthetic, with a modern style.

I chose to make my creations from PETG because, unlike PLA (used by some sellers), PETG perfectly withstands climatic conditions such as humidity, heat, UV, and frost…

The electricity for manufacturing is supplied by solar panels during the day and by decarbonized energy for the rest of the time!

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It fulfills two essential roles:

Effective protection against predators: It secures access to the nest box by preventing undesirable creatures (such as woodpeckers or rodents) from enlarging the entrance hole to attack the brood.

A unique aesthetic touch: With its original heart and titmouse design, it brings irresistible charm to your nest box and your garden.

The protector plate attaches very simply with screws directly to the front of your nesting box.

It is pre-drilled with small, strategically placed holes to make the job easier for you. All you need to do is:

Place the plate, perfectly aligning its central opening with the entrance hole of your nesting box.Firmly screw it in place to secure it against the wood.

Once screwed in, it becomes one with the nesting box and perfectly withstands predator attacks!

The diameter of your birdhouse's entrance hole and its location will determine which species will take up residence there. The plate simply adapts to the existing diameter to secure it.

Here are the birds you can attract to your home based on the diameter of your model's hole:

- 28 mm diameter: Ideal for small tits (blue tit, crested tit, coal tit).

- 32 mm diameter: Perfect for great tits, house sparrows, or pied flycatchers.

- 34 mm diameter: Suitable for slightly larger birds like tree sparrows or Eurasian nuthatches.

Orientation: East or Southeast, to shelter the nesting box from prevailing winds and rain while avoiding overheating.

Height: Between 2 and 3 meters from the ground to keep the brood out of reach of cats and predators.

Environment: A quiet place, away from foot traffic and feeders to limit parental stress.

Position: Slightly tilted forward to prevent rain from entering through the entrance hole.

Here's why it's useful in every season:

In spring (nesting season): This is the crucial time when the plate actively protects eggs, and then chicks, from predator attacks.

In autumn and winter: Birds use it as an essential shelter to protect themselves from cold, rain, and wind during the night. The louvre also blocks access to rodents that might try to settle in for the winter.

Additional tip: Install your nesting box in autumn or early winter. This gives birds time to locate the spot and get used to it well before the start of mating season in spring!