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A nest box (or '''nestbox''') is a man-made box provided for animals to Nest in. Nest boxes are most frequently utilized for Wild and Domestic Bird s, but certain Species of Mammal may also use them. Boxes are usually Wood en, though some for birds are made from mixtures of wood and Concrete , called ''woodcrete''. Metal nest boxes are also marketed, but these are generally unsuitable for outdoor use, as they can overheat easily in Sunshine . The majority are Cuboid , and many have a sloping Roof . Many have a Hinge d top to provide access for cleaning, Bird Ringing or, when used for domesticated species, to give the breeder access to the young. Boxes may either have an entrance hole or be open fronted. Some nest boxes can be highly decorated and complex. Designs mimicking human house design are common in some large gardens. ]] BIRDS The size of a nest box should be suited for the animal for which it is intended. Quite large boxes are used for Duck s, Owl s and other Raptor s. Wild bird nest boxes should be cleaned annually to remove old nests and kill Parasite s. The nest boxes of domestic birds and other animals should be removed and cleaned after the breeding season is over and no more young are expected. Budgerigar s and other birds raised domestically usually will not mate without a nest box present. OTHER CREATURES Nest boxes are marketed not only for birds but also for Bat s, some other Mammal s and Bee s. Depending on the animal, these boxes are used for Roost ing, Breeding , or both. Most small mammals will use a nest box for raising young if one is provided. Dog s will also use a nest box to raise a litter. Usually this is simply a large wooden or Cardboard box with the front cut down enough to permit the dam to enter and exit the box but not allow the puppies to exit. These nest boxes intended for dogs are known as ''whelping boxes''. EXTERNAL LINK
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