This shelter offers a modern twist on the traditional gourd homes used by martins for centuries. Its sturdy molded plastic body provides a durable and secure home for your colony, while the rectangular base and rounded top give it a classic gourd-like appearance. The entry is ...This shelter offers a modern twist on the traditional gourd homes used by martins for centuries.
Its sturdy molded plastic body provides a durable and secure home for your colony, while the rectangular base and rounded top give it a classic gourd-like appearance. The entry is strategically placed on the narrower side of the base, allowing birds to nest deep inside for protection from predators. For added safety, a plastic porch can be attached to the entry, creating a crescent-shaped opening.
The porch features raised lines for birds to grip onto and extends inside the gourd for extra resting and perching space. A large, threaded cap at the back of the gourd makes it easy to access and check on nests. The gourd also has four openings at the top for gourd rods, allowing you to mount it parallel or perpendicular to your pole.
The slight arch above each opening prevents water from entering the nest, and drainage holes around the base ensure any water is quickly drained. The beige color of the gourd helps prevent nestlings from overheating in the summer, and the shape of the unit directs warm air away from the nest. Give your feathered friends a modern and comfortable home with the Deluxe Purple Martin Gourd.