Decorative bird houses can add both style and life to your home, garden or patio.

Strategically placed bird houses add an attractive splash of color and visual texture to any outdoor landscape. They also, of course, attract wild birds, which can transform an ordinary yard into a sanctuary for nesting wildlife.

bird houses allow you and your family an easy way to connect with nature as you watch first-hand of the comings and goings of your new feathered friends.

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Bird House 101
While there are many types of bird houses available, you should be aware of a few bird house basics before you make your selection.

A properly constructed bird house should provide basic shelter for nesting birds. It should protect birds from predators, including cats, raccoons and birds of prey, as well as providing insulation from the extreme temperatures found in both winter and summer months. Bird houses should also protect against strong winds, which can injure birds, their young and their nests. Lastly, decorative bird houses should offer proper ventilation and drainage.

You might also consider purchasing a bird houses with a hinged roof, or other accessible entry point, to allow you to monitor the birdhouse during roosting and to clean it once the birds have fledged.

Decorative Bird Houses From Outdora
Outdora.com, a leader in outdoor home furnishings and design, offers a wide selection of decorative bird houses.

Based in the heart of Northern California's wine country, Outdora.com's founders express a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the outdoors. Their collection of bird houses seems to reflect this value.

Hand-selected for their superior craftsmanship and quality, Outdora's decorative bird houses complement, rather than compete with, the natural beauty of your outdoor environment.

Outdora's bird houses are crafted with both the homeowner and the birds in mind. Bird houses are built with a high standard for workmanship, as well as concern for the creatures that will inhabit them. This means that they are waterproof, ventilated and built to withstand extreme heat and cold.

To further enhance your birding hobbies, Outdora also offers a wide-selection of birdbaths, bird feeders and decorative garden hooks.