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Conservation in a BoxGood Ecology. Great Outcomes.
A Field Journal of Backyard Habitat

Homes for owls, bats
& bees

Ready-to-hang habitat that gives local wildlife a safe place to nest, roost and raise their young — and gives your garden natural pest control and pollination in return. Shipping included.

Owl nesting box
the owl box
Cedar bat box
the bat box
Bee house
the bee house
Chapter the First

Observations

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Strigiformes

Owls

Natural rodent control. A secure nesting box gives saw-whets and other small owls a safe place to raise their young.

Chiroptera

Bats

Bats help reduce mosquitoes and other insects. One cedar bat box can shelter a small colony of 20+ bats.

Apoidea

Bees

Solitary bees pollinate flowers, fruits and vegetables. Bamboo nesting tubes give them a place to lay eggs and thrive.

Natural nesting spots are disappearing — a well-placed box helps.

Chapter the Second

The Specimens

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Saw-whet and small owl nesting box

fig. 1 — the owl box & a curious resident

Specimen No. Ifor owls

Saw-Whet & Small Owl Nesting Box

Aegolius acadicus & kin

$49.99shipping included
Secure nesting habitat
A safe, sheltered space for saw-whet, screech and other small owls to nest and raise their young.
Built to last
Durable, weather-resistant wood designed to withstand the elements for years.
Easy to maintain
A large swing door makes cleaning simple.
Beyond owls
Also suits bluebirds, kestrels, swallows and other birds.
Includes pre-assembled owl house, bag of wood shavings and 6 mounting screws · approx. 14" × 9.4" × 9"
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Natural cedar bat box

fig. 2 — natural cedar, no paint inside

Specimen No. IIfor bats

Natural Cedar Bat Box

Order Chiroptera

$29.99shipping included
Natural pest control
Bats help keep mosquitoes and other insects in check.
Natural & bat-safe
Made from natural cedar with no paint inside to bother the bats.
Grooved slots for grip
Engineered grooves help bats easily climb and roost inside.
Weatherproof
Durable construction that holds up to the elements year after year.
Veteran-made in the USA
Proudly made by veterans with a mission.
1-chamber design for a small colony (20+ bats) · 14.8" × 7.5" × 3.1"
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Big Bee Box bee house

fig. 3 — bamboo tubes of varied sizes

Specimen No. IIIfor bees

Big Bee Box

Superfamily Apoidea

$29.99shipping included
Supports pollinators
A safe habitat for solitary bees to nest, lay eggs and help your garden bloom.
Natural materials
Cedar, bamboo tubes of varied sizes and plywood — untreated and bee-friendly.
Easy to hang
Comes with an anti-rust metal hanger. Pick a sunny spot and you're done.
Bright yellow
Attracts bees and adds cheer to your outdoor space.
9.85" H × 6.88" W × 3.34" D · Cedar, bamboo tubes, plywood
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Chapter the Third

Method

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  1. Choose a box

    Owls, bats or bees — or all three. Every box ships free to your door.

  2. Hang it up

    Mount on a tree, post or wall. Everything you need is in the box.

  3. Observe & record

    Sit back as new residents move in and your backyard ecosystem grows.

Bee house hanging among flowers
in bloom
A note on our purpose

Good ecology. Great outcomes.

Conservation in a Box makes it easy for anyone to give back to nature. Each box creates real habitat for the animals that pollinate our food, control pests and keep ecosystems in balance.

Put one up in your backyard, on your farm or at your school, and help make a difference for wildlife and the places they depend on.

— Conservation in a Box
Appendix

Field Notes & Queries

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Is shipping really included?

Yes. The price you see is the price you pay — shipping is included on every box.

Where should I put my owl box?

Mount it on a tree or post in a quiet, wooded or rural area. Woodland edges, backyards and properties near open fields all work well.

Where should I hang a bat box?

Choose a spot that gets plenty of sun, mounted high on a pole or building wall. Bats prefer warm roosts with a clear flight path.

Where's the best spot for the bee house?

Hang it in a sunny spot in your garden, ideally near flowers. Use the included hanger to mount it on a tree, fence or wall.

Do the boxes need maintenance?

Very little. The owl box has a swing door for easy cleaning, and all boxes are built to withstand the weather season after season.

Index of Specimens

Begin your own field journal

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