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Most species of North American bats are insectivores, eating from 3,000 to 7,000 insects nightly. Coveside bat houses are proven effective because each one is manufactured with a unique roughened surface which bats can easily cling to. Our bat houses are solidly constructed from Eastern White Pine for warmth and durability. All of our bat houses are open at the bottom so there is no need for cleaning.
In order for bat houses to be successful they need to meet specific criteria, such as, narrow crevices at the bottom for bats to enter and screened or rough surfaces inside for them to hold onto. A bat house should be hung at least 10 to 15 feet above the ground, sheltered from the wind, and unobstructed by obstacles to flying, such as power lines and tree branches. Bat houses located near a source of water, especially a marsh, lake or stream, are most likely to attract bats, as this habitat attracts insects and provides a plentiful food supply for the bats. To keep the interior very warm, place the house on the side of a building or tree which receives several hours of morning or afternoon sun (100-110 degrees F is required by nursery colonies). If you are located in a cooler climate you may want to add tar paper or dark colored shingles to the bat house roof to help warm the house. If you are located in a warmer climate the bat house can be painted a beige or tan color using latex paint, or mounted as is. The pine wood will weather nicely to an attractive silver gray color which blends well with outdoor environments.
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