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chickadees use nest boxes and here is how to protect them

Chickadees Do Use Nest Boxes (birdhouse): Complete Nest Info and Protection Guide

All chickadee species in the United States are cavity nesters, which means they’ll nest in tree holes and nest boxes. In nature, chickadees will excavate their own nest holes out of the soft wood in trees. You can encourage nesting by putting out a nest box for them.

Chickadee nest in a bluebird house photo along with a picture of a chickadee and a bluebird

Chickadee Nest in Your Bluebird House –Take These Steps Immediately

If you found a chickadee nest in your bluebird house, DO NOT remove it. Instead, confirm you actually have a chickadee nest and protect with a 1 1/8-inch hole reducer and baffle. You can also add another bluebird box at least 50 feet or more away.