Vivara Pro WoodStone® Starling Box
This 45mm hole nest box will be used by Starlings and can help support your local population of this red list species.
SKU: 190991
Brand: CJ Wildlife
WoodStone® Starling Nest Box
Constructed from a mix of concrete and wood fibres, WoodStone® nest boxes safeguard against attacks from predators including woodpeckers, cats and squirrels. The material insulates the nest which creates a more consistent internal temperature than an ordinary wooden box. This is especially important during the breeding season and ensures that young birds have a greater chance of survival.
Starlings are an important natural predator of chafer beetles and crane flies, and can be encouraged by turf managers as part of an integrated approach to pest management (IPM). Their narrow beaks facilitate feeding on these pests whilst causing minimal damage to the turf and promoting natural aeration of the surface.
We recommend using aluminium nails to hang due to the weight of the nest box and to limit any damage caused to trees.
Every WoodStone® nest box is guaranteed for 10 years.
An Instructional Nest Box Siting Guide
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For further information on Vivara Pro WoodStone® Starling Box, please speak to a member of our technical sales team on 01902 440250.
Technical Information
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| 190991 | Vivara Pro WoodStone® Starling Box | Product Information Sheet |
FAQs
Why choose a WoodStone starling box rather than a thin wooden box?
The concrete and wood-fibre construction gives the box a robust wall and helps moderate internal temperature. It also offers greater resistance to damage from animals such as woodpeckers and squirrels.
How can encouraging starlings fit into turf management?
Starlings eat insects including crane flies and chafer beetles. Providing a nesting site can support a broader wildlife and integrated pest-management approach, but it does not guarantee control of turf pests.
What should I consider when mounting this starling box?
WoodStone is heavier than a simple timber box, so secure mounting matters. The product guidance recommends aluminium nails for tree mounting to support the box while limiting damage to the tree.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery charge (if applicable) applied at checkout. Next working day delivery is available on some products, as an option on orders placed before 1pm - excludes festive season & bank holidays. Please note deliveries to Highlands, Cornwall and more remote areas may take longer. Surcharges apply for non mainland locations, call for more information - More delivery information.
We require deliveries to be signed for. If no one is available to sign for your delivery, you may request it is left in a safe place by leaving a signed note for the driver, requesting the item is left without a signature. Please note that this is left at your own risk and at the driver's discretion.
For large orders, please be aware that if you require a smaller 7.5 tonne lorry, the maximum weight for pallets is 750 kg - otherwise the standard pallet size limit of 1000 kg applies.
Please note:
- For deliveries that require a pallet, the pallet/packaging itself is the customer's responsibility and will not be uplifted or taken upon delivery.
- Deliveries are kerb side only.
- It is possible a pallet order can be delivered on a vehicle up to the size of a 26T lorry.
If you have any access restrictions for lorries or large vehicles please speak to our sales team on 01902 440250.
Collection from our Telford, Shropshire, Trade Counter is available for this product - More collections information.
