Dryer lint isn't recommended for nesting materials because it can contain synthetic fibers not good for the birds. Also, the lint tends to be porous and will stay damp long after it's rained on in the nest. Cotton thread and yarn, not longer than 6 to 8 inches, work well as do feathers from an old down pillow and butcher's twine. You always must leave a nest alone if it contains eggs from a native bird species.

Absolutely. I do and a lot of other landlords I know also do it. There are a number of different materials that can be used. Two that I highly recommend are Pine Straw (dried pine needles) and Wheat Straw. Both are usually available just about anywhere at garden shops and Co-ops. Others are available, but make sure that whatever you use doesn't get wet and stay wet. The parent birds won't stay in a nest that stays wet. The two I mentioned will quickly drain off any moisture should they get wet. See similar questions...

If it doesn't interfere with the operation of the vent, leave the nest there until the babies fledge. If the nest does interfere with the operation of the vent, remove it and place the nest in a tree or shrub near the house where the parents will find it. See similar questions...

The following have been recommended as nesting material - goose down feathers, timothy grass, hay, 2" burlap fibers (obtained by unraveling 2" squares of burlap cloth), coconut fibers. The following should not be used: pet hair, string type nesting material sold in pet stores (becomes tangled on birds' feet). See similar questions...

Wait until the babies have fledged. Then remove the nests and devise some sort of barrier (i.e., rolled chicken wire) to prevent future nesting. DO NOT disturb the nest! Remember it is illegal. First, go up on the roof and cover the skylight completely with an opaque cloth which will completely block the light. Next, determine if the bird is a diurnal hawk (active during the day) or a nocturnal owl (active at night). See similar questions...

Birds nesting, especially Jackdaws, can be a problem. More so the nearer you get to the countryside. There are companies who make purpose built bird guards. These should always be used in preference to putting chicken wire on the pot. Proper bird guards are strong enough to withstand any efforts from the birds to pull them off. See similar questions...

If you leave newly raked moss from your lawn in a part of your garden, the birds will take this as nesting material, along with other natural material you put out such as hair clippings, strands of wool or feathers from old pillows. See similar questions...

English sparrows commonly intrude upon bluebird boxes. They are serious competitors and sometimes predators of bluebirds. If there is an English sparrow nesting in your bluebird house, remove the nest and eggs to discourage it from returning. They are persistent, so you may have to do this several times. Because this sparrow is an introduced species, it is legal to remove the nest and eggs. It is not legal to remove the eggs of house wrens, chickadees or tree swallows. See similar questions...

Yes, we are in the process of producing a new product for this purpose – please see the Deter-a-Pigeon website for details. It is worth pointing out that pigeons do not nest in chimney pots but other species of birds do – Jackdaws in particular. See similar questions...

Although not always, when you find a nest that doesn't contain any eggs, it is probably the work of a lone male. Many times single males (called floaters) are known to build a partial nest in the hopes of attracting a female. If they end up not pairing up, then the result is an 'almost complete' nest, but no eggs. Pay attention to the nest. If you see only one bird hanging out there, then more than likely the empty nest is the work of a floater. See similar questions...

It is a crime to disturb any birds, including young birds, at their nest and to destroy, damage, interfere with, take or obstruct the use of the nest of any wild bird while it is in use or being built. See the bird law pages. It is perfectly legal to repair your house to prevent access once the young have flown. You may be able to obtain a special licence if the birds are causing a genuine health or safety risk. See similar questions...

This is unlikely if you are cautious while moving around the nest. Observers often fear that increased predation may result from the observer leaving a track or scent-trail to nests but recent studies have shown that nests visited frequently had a similar rate of success to others left undisturbed between laying and fledging. Birds, unlike many mammals which have a good sense of smell, will continue to care for their young after being disturbed. See similar questions...

You may wish to check your spouse's navel occasionally, especially if your spouse works for a standards committee. See similar questions...

I am just interested in the type of nesting material you place at the bottom of your nesting boxes-- are there some better than others? Thanks, Jeff Phillips See similar questions...

This is not uncommon behavior for zebra finches. First wash your hands (bacteria can be spread when you touch the eggs). Then gently remove the excess nesting material to uncover the eggs. Chances are pretty good that the birds will resume incubation duties, particularly if they are used to you messing with their nest. Remove additional nesting material so they are not tempted to bury the eggs again. See similar questions...

Dryer vents are a convenient nesting spot for birds. The birds are attracted to lint as a nesting material--eventually one of the birds will decide to stay. We can install a bird guard (a plastic cage that covers the vent exhaust) to prevent birds from entering the vent. Return to top of Q & A Page See similar questions...

Birds flip out when you put new stuff in their cage because they are scared of it. I've had pretty good success with putting something in the cage really slowly. Once it's in, I will tie millet spray with twist ties to it. They love millet sprays. it's a great parakeet treat. After a while they will explore the new thing only because they are dying to get to the treat. Leave it in the cage for a few days/weeks and they will get used to it. See similar questions...

Officially, from February 15th ? July 10th each year. The peak time of nest initiation in Cape Coral is mid-March See similar questions...

It nests single parts (or clusters of parts) in an array manner. OMAX Array Nester automatically rotates and spaces parts for optimal material utilization. It automatically considers that the user may want to multi-head nest, or step and repeat a nested part or strip of parts. This is useful for machining the same part multiple times. See similar questions...

These occurred when a proof die was wiped with an oily rag, sometimes threads, bits of hair, lint, and some would remain. This happened mainly in the 19th Century. See similar questions...