Is there still time to put up bluebird houses?

The following is a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources "Question of the Week."

Question: I saw a bluebird in my backyard this week. Do I still have time to put up a bluebird house? And which direction should it face?

Answer: Yes, you still have time to put up a bluebird house. Although many bluebirds are already nesting in Minnesota, it is not too late to provide them with a nest box. Bluebirds that have not nested yet or whose nests might have failed will also use the boxes. The boxes should face an open field with a clear flight path to the box. Bluebirds prefer open, grassy areas where they can easily watch for predators.

--Lori Naumann, information officer, Nongame Wildlife Program

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