Description
The grey wagtail is a bird that can be found both along flowing and standing water. It breeds in niches of bridges or riverbanks of streams and rivers. The bird learns to adapt to the human environment. Where the grey wagtail previously mainly dealt with natural areas, they are increasingly found in urbanized areas in recent decades.
The numbers of this species are increasing, among other things, due to improved water quality, but finding suitable nesting locations is a limiting factor. In this perspective, nest boxes for the grey wagtail are a good alternative. When placed along flowing water, there is also a chance that dippers will use this nest box.
INSTALLATION
Place the nesting box before March in the immediate vicinity of water at a maximum height of 2 meters. The best location is under a bridge or jetty. Pay extra attention to keeping the nesting box dry when the water level rises. In the absence of structures protruding above the water, the nesting box can also be hung on buildings close to the water.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the nesting box annually in autumn from October.
