Nest Boxes for raptors

The Florida Wildlife Federation is selling Cypress nest boxes for birds. From small wren and bluebird size to kestrel, and barred owls sized birds. The cypress is the BEST wood to use. It is extremely durable and bug proof. The Florida Wildlife Federation is one of the oldest wildlife stewardship and conservation organizations in the United States. They are pro-hunting and sustained use (including supporting the take of passage peregrines in Florida). www.floridawildlifefederation.org

Flame Retardants - The Next DDT?

There has been a decline of kestrels across the US. One way we can help is put up nest boxes and not use lawn chemicals on our property. That means NO herbicides, NO insecticides, and very, very little fertilizer. Use natural decaying plant material instead. If there are no bugs and grubs in the grass there are no food sources for our birds. Not the mention the run-off into our streams and waterways. Remember, everyone lives downstream.

http://www.environmentalhealthnews.org/ehs/newscience/flame-retardants-next-ddt-for-kestrel