Bat boxes
Dimensions:
- At least 2' (60.1cm) tall,
and at least 14” (35.6cm) wide.
- There can be multiple
roosting chambers. Roosting chambers should be 1.9-2.5 cm apart.
- Partitions and landing areas
need to be roughened or covered in a durable plastic mesh (do not use metal, it will rush and break off).
- Vents should be included if
July temperatures surpass 30 C. Vents on the front should be 1.3cm
wide and side vents should be 15cm tall and 1.3cm wide.
Materials:
- Plywood and cedar (do not use
pressure treated wood).
- Exterior paint: colour will
depend on July temperatures. (27-30°C (80-85°F) black, 30-35°C
(85-95°F) dark brown or gray, 35-38°C (95-100°F) medium or light
colors, over 38°C (100°F) white).
Placement:
- Place the bat box in a
location where the box will receive at least 6 hours of direct sun.
- If possible, place box within
one kilometre of water.
- Mount on a pole or a building
at least 10' off the ground.
Sources:
- http://cwf-fcf.org/en/do-something/challenges-projects/take-action-factsheets/outside/putting-up-a-bat-house.html
- http://www.bcbats.ca/index.php/bat-houses/where-to-install-a-bat-house
