Bird Boxes

Mountain Bluebird Boxes

There are over 60 bird boxes, constructed specifically for Mountain Bluebirds, providing cavity nesting sites across the Preserve. These boxes have many specific features, from entrance hole size and box area to special features like predator guards and the ability to open for cleaning. 

Consider making and maintaining your own Mountain Bluebird Box to expand habitat in your yard!

Mountain Bluebird Box Building Guide

Learn more about Mountain Bluebirds & Nest Boxes

Kestrel Box Monitoring

Swaner also participates in HawkWatch International's Kestrel Box monitoring program. Multiple boxes, built specifically for North America’s smallest falcon, are maintained and monitored each year by Swaner staff. 

Mountain Bluebird
Mountain Bluebird
Swaner staff monitor a kestrel box on the Preserve.
Swaner staff monitor a kestrel box on the Preserve
American Kestrel
American Kestrel (photo taken by Mike Flaherty)