$25 · Ceramic Bird House from Lee Valley

Designed for cavity nesters such as warblers, wrens, chickadees and titmice, this hanging bird home has a 1-1/4" opening that allows small birds to enter while keeping out larger birds. The lip at the opening is wide at the top to keep out rain and textured at the bottom to help birds get a foothold upon landing. The opening is set about 5-1/2" from the bottom: high enough to inhibit predators from reaching the eggs, but low enough that fledglings can reach it for their first flight. Made from high-fired clay that absorbs and releases moisture to help regulate temperature through the day, the home is approximately 9" high by 7" wide. The bottom has a small drain hole and is removable for end-of-season cleaning. Stainless-steel hanger included. Weighs just over 3 lb. Bought from Lee Valley for $56 originally.