Traditional Bat Box - Plywood - L12 x W16 x H34 cm
Our Traditional Bat Box is designed for those bat species which would naturally roost in crevices. It is especially suitable for both Common Pipistrelles and Soprano Pipistrelles.
Details
Our Traditional Bat Box is designed for those bat species which would naturally roost in crevices. It is especially suitable for both Common Pipistrelles and Soprano Pipistrelles. These two species are the most abundant bats in the UK and most frequently use bat boxes.
This bat box is supplied with two parallel crevices but if you'd rather provide a box for bats which prefer a larger roosting chamber such as noctules then the internal divider is easy to remove. To remove the internal divider just unscrew the single screw holding the roof down, remove the roof and the internal divider simply slides out.
Bat boxes can be mounted on both buildings and trees. Try to position your box as high as possible in a sheltered sunny place. Ideally, several boxes should be put up facing in different directions to provide a range of conditions. Bats need time to find and explore new homes, and it may be several years before boxes have residents – be patient! Droppings on the landing area, stains around the lower parts of the box and chittering noises from inside on warm afternoons and evenings are signs of occupation.
Features:
- 20mm entrance slot is ideal for bats but deters birds.
- Close fitting panels and roof (precision cut by computer controlled equipment) for restricted airflow and improved heat retention.
- Bat ladder at base of box continues inside box to ensure bats find it easy to access and move around within the box.
- Easy and safe to erect box on walls or trees - light weight with 2 screw holes for mounting.
- Easy (1 screw) to remove roof for cleaning or inspection where permitted
- Manufactured in exterior grade Exterior grade plywood
- Designed for small crevice dwelling bats especially pipistrelles.
- Grooved landing ladder continues internally.
- Precision cut panels for dry, draught free, long-lasting box.
- Easily changed to a single chamber bat box by sliding the internal divider out.
Specifications:
- Materials: Exterior Grade Plywood.
- Construction: Panels stapled together with surface sunk staples.
- Finish: Box left untreated
- Entrance: 20mm wide slot.
- Access: Removable roof, secured with 1 screw.
- Fixing: 2 fixing holes in back panel for fixing to wall, tree etc.
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: Overall height: 34cm, Overall width: 16cm, Overall Depth: 12cm
- 1.2kg
Delivery Information
Delivery within an estimated 5 - 10 working days
Delivery is FREE to UK Mainland excluding Scottish Highlands where a surcharge may apply, please check before ordering.