Erva Tool & Die - Bird House Mounting Bracket with Keyhole Openings

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Though it can seem like installing a bird box camera system and having it display on your TV, computer, phone or tablet is a big, high-tech task... But, in reality, it couldn’t be any simpler. Other than installing some small power cables and video cables, much of the hard work is completed automatically. Those tasks that aren’t automatic are in the instruction pamphlets. Plus, online instruction videos that come with the bird box camera.

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Think high up and as remote as possible to avoid cats or foxes potentially disrupting or harming the birdbox. At least 3 metres should do it! Face the entrance in a north or east position so it doesn’t overheat. Height: Different species have different preferences for the heights at which they will build their nests (see list below). Higher houses unattached to trees or posts that can be climbed are generally safer from feral cats and similar predators, but they can be more difficult to mount, clean, and monitor. It is most important that the house is mounted safely and securely, even if the height may not be ideal or convenient for birders. If you’re installing a hole-fronted bird box, it should be set securely at two to four metres high. Which direction to face your bird boxAll cameras need some form of power source, as they cannot operate on unicorn pixie dust. While sometimes they can be powered by batteries this is not recommended because battery lives tend to be low and you don’t want to be regularly disturbing the nest box when you are changing batteries. Mains power supplies are the only reliable way of powering the cameras 24/7. This does mean you need to run a cable from the nearest power source to the box. This isn’t always convenient for some, but you can buy power extension cables inexpensively, which can be buried underground and hidden away. Bird box cameras provide you with a great new way to enjoy the wildlife in your garden. The chance to look into the nesting life of our nation’s birdlife is a treat for everyone: from those with a passing interest in nature to dedicated birdwatchers and twitchers.

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Basic kits allow you to simply watch live image on your TV. Adding in a capture device to the mix allows you to watch and record on your computer. More sophisticated cameras allow you to watch on your smartphone and tablet using an app wherever you are, as well as your computer. To improve daytime light levels inside the box to enhance colour images on the camera an LED lamp can be installed that doesn’t disturb the birds. Why do I have to run power cables? Wired cameras offer reliability and more robust images, often for a better price. Wireless cameras provide the convenience of not having to run as much cabling, although they still need powering from the mains. Wired cameras Review comment: “This is a lovely little camera that works beautifully. The IR lights are on all of the time for some reason although for nest boxes, this is not a problem… Taking this lens well beyond its design specification, it will focus down to 1mm or thereabouts (the quality at the edges starts to fade a little by then but who cares when you can do this and the front of the lens starts to come into focus)… In all, an excellent bird box camera.”Wildflowers and berry-rich foliage are attractive to birds as sources of food. Bushes and plants like Ivy are also great for birds, as they can provide cover. Bird Boxes Now your lines are drawn, it’s time to carefully cut the planks using the saw. Be sure to make clean and precise lines to avoid any issues when putting the box together. On the front section, take the hole cutter and bore a circular entrance with a circumference of 3.2cm. This is what the birds will use to fly in and out of their new home. Installing a camera into bird nesting boxes is an excellent way to watch nature in your garden. Placing a bird box camera in your garden can provide you with amazing insights into the life of birds that is not usually seen. So, what should you consider when buying bird box camera and how do you go about installation? Before you start Wired bird box cameras feature long lengths of cable to ensure reliability and high-quality images, providing some of the sharpest video. That said, these cameras range from the most basic image quality to HD. The choice is yours and it just depends on your budget. Wireless cameras This green feathers bird box camera is our favourite for bird boxes. The camera itself captures footage in full HD video, so the image is really crisp and defined. The casing is robust, and there are some infrared lights for night and low light viewing.

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Location: Ideally, the house should be in a private area somewhat remote from nearby feeders or bird baths where a lot of other activity could make brooding parents anxious. Placing a birdhouse in a more concealed area helps camouflage the house, and nearby branches for perching will give adult birds a good place to watch over their family. Some birds, however, such as bluebirds and purple martins, do prefer birdhouses in more open areas.Having birds nest in your garden is an excellent way of bringing more wildlife into your garden. Rather than hoping for a bird to nest in a tree or bush, a correctly placed bird box is an attractive piece of real estate for a home-making bird. Where to put your nesting bird box An alternative to using a nail or screw is to tie the box to the tree. Wire and synthetic twine both work well and, if boxes are tied loosely, they can be edged upwards as the tree grows. Boxes can also be hung from a horizontal branch if they come with a suitable hanger ( e.g. Schwegler 1B). Fixing to a fence Eco Starling Nest Box Alternatively, our wired HD IP camera can be ‘powered over Ethernet’, which is where the camera receives power cable from a network data cable. This does require a little bit of know-how but this can be a workable solution. Getting the best Wi-Fi signal