Tawny Owl

The tawny owl (Strix aluco) is approximately 38 cm from beak to tail tip. The breeding population is estimated at 6,000 breeding pairs. In winter, the population can increase to 18,000 birds.
A striking feature of the tawny owl is its round head (without ear tufts) with large dark eyes. The tawny owl is an inhabitant of older, wooded areas with preferably as varied vegetation as possible. The tawny owl can also be found in parks and large gardens. Because many old and rotting trees are being cut down, the traditional nesting places for this owl are disappearing. Tawny owls therefore make grateful use of our nest boxes that replace natural nesting places in a good way.

Wood type: solid oak (16mm).

Lifespan: approx. 15 years.

Weight: approx. 14 kg.

Dimensions: length 73 cm (incl. rear slat 95 cm), depth 28 cm, width 32 cm.

Roof: finished with high-quality bitumen roofing felt, which guarantees a longer lifespan.

Maintenance: in principle the cabinet does not require any maintenance and therefore does not need to be painted or stained. In fact, the cabinet only needs to be cleaned over time.
but more beautiful because the wood turns grey and blends in with nature.

Control box: Tawny owls breed early in the spring. Sometimes as early as the end of February.
Checking from mid-April is recommended. Checking is best done
take place at the beginning of the evening. Check with 2 people, with 1 person continuously watching the opening of the box, because you hardly hear the owl when it flies away from the box and it would be a shame if you 'miss' it.

If the box is occupied by tawny owls then remove nesting material every 2 years. If the box is occupied by jackdaws for example then remove nesting material annually in September.

Hanging: this is easy with the mounted robust oak back slat. The holes in the back slat are pre-drilled. Matching nails are included. Should
If you want us to install the cabinet, we will be happy to do so. Even if
If a custom solution is desired, we can realize that for you. For information you can contact us.

Nesting material: do not place nesting material on the ground, pellets usually provide an excellent surface for breeding.

Hanging location: in forest, park or along forest edge. If possible reasonably sheltered at a height of at least 4 to 5 meters. Preferably on a trunk of a sturdy tree, so that the wind has no influence on the box. Entrance hole towards southeast.

Other inhabitants: wood pigeon, jackdaw, duck.

If you want you can send me your address and I can check via Google maps whether the place where you want to hang the box is indeed a suitable place. I have years of experience and a lot of knowledge about hanging nest boxes and the habitat of the tawny owl.

I may also be able to give you tips and advice that will increase the chances of a successful brood.

For this you can call me or fill in the contact form on the site.

I am happy to advise you!