Eco Cavity Bat Box - Recycled LDPE Plastic/Wood - L14.5 x W22.5 x H51 cm - Black
Our Eco Bat Box combines a weatherproof shell made from 100% recycled plastic, with a wooden internal roost chamber. The bat boxes outer shell is constructed from recycled plastic made from bale wrap (collected from UK farms) and other plastic waste. Within the outer shell is a wooden roost chamber to provide an attractive roost space for bats. The internal roost chamber is constructed from UK grown certified rough sawn untreated timber. This has a rough surface which provides plenty of grip for bats to move around, hang and roost from.
In the UK, different bat species have different roost requirements. To accommodate as wide a range of bats as possible, the Eco Bat Box is available in two types, crevice and cavity. Externally the two types are identical but differ internally. The crevice box features two internal crevices approximately 22mm wide, ideal for pipistrelle bats. The cavity box is designed for cavity roosting bats such as Brown Long-Eared bats and Noctules with a single internal cavity 60mm wide with rough walls and roof for bats to hang from.
The box requires no maintenance or cleaning as its designed with angled baffles which mean droppings simply fall out of the entrance slot.
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Bat boxes can be mounted on both buildings and trees. Try to position your box as high as possible in a sheltered sunny place. Ideally, several boxes should be put up facing in different directions to provide a range of conditions. Bats need time to find and explore new homes, and it may be several years before boxes have residents – be patient! Droppings on the landing area and chittering noises from inside on warm afternoons and evenings are signs of occupation.
Features:
- Improved updated design for 2023.
- Recycled plastic weatherproof shell to provide long lasting protection.
- UK Grown locally sourced wooden internal chamber to provide an attractive roosting space for bats.
- Available with two different roost chambers designed for either crevice or cavity roosting bats.
- Self-cleaning design requires no maintenance.
- Black exterior designed to capture sun's heat with good insulation to keep the box warm.
Specifications:
- Materials: Recycled LDPE plastic outer with internal certified rough sawn timber chamber
- Construction: Outer panels fitting together using integral tabbing system. Internal chamber formed from stapled panels.
- Finish: Black
- Entrance: 17mm wide slot.
- Crevice Internal: Divided internal chamber with two crevices 22mm wide
- Cavity Internal: Internal chamber with no dividers 60mm wide
- Fixing: 3 concealed keyhole mounting holes at top of box; for additional security additional fixing (screw or nail) can be used at base of box.
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: Overall height: 510mm, Overall width: 225mm, Overall Depth: 145mm
- Weight: 3.5kg
Please note: All bats and roosts are protected by law and you should only open a bat box to check it if you hold an appropriate licence.