Living the Life with a Fancy Bird House
Sure, birds may not know the difference between a trailer and a classic Victorian, but that does not mean they should always be delegated to the traditional square bird house. Most bird houses are simple square houses with a hole, a stand and a little roof.
They are simple, often made during craft time and painted by hand. They are favorite presents from children, or the byproducts of beginner woodworking classes. However, they do serve an important purpose-birds do love being able to be protected, and while they flock to feeders as well, they also flock to the safety of a conveniently-located bird house, especially when bad weather rolls in.
A fancy bird house may not attract more birds than a simple one, but it will definitely look the part, and for many bird watchers, attracting birds is only the first step-making the yard look beautiful while doing so is another important goal.
Moving Up the Food Chain
A fancy bird house is often an architectural achievement. Many people can only assemble simple bird houses, but fancier bird houses are available at many stores, including craft stores, feed stores and even pet stores, especially come the spring season.
They are often multileveled, meaning there are numerous floors, each with their own entrances, exits and perches. This allows numerous birds to rest inside the house without causing extra territorial fights, although some scuffles are bound to happen anyway.
There is a fancy bird house available to mimic any style of real house, and more often than not, these houses are also painted by hand with delicate care-the paint can even be custom, designed to match the stain and trim of the bird watcher's house, or painted more like a gingerbread house to add a little finesse and imagination.
A fancy bird house can attract birds, which help to brighten up the backyard and fill the air with the sounds of love songs. However, a fancy bird house can also brighten up the backyard on its own-a beautiful, handcrafted house is the perfect lawn ornament as well, even beyond its functionality.
While too many bird houses can look cluttered, a few perfectly-selected houses can definitely be the key to having the best yard in the neighborhood. While some homeowners prefer gnomes or statues, fountains or stones, bird houses are truly a connection to nature, pieces of artwork beneficial to the homeowner and to the birds themselves. It is a win-win situation for everyone involved.