International Birdhouse Day 🏡

Overview

International Birdhouse Day is celebrated on March 5th to encourage bird lovers and hobbyists to create and install birdhouses in their gardens or yards. This day promotes the importance of providing shelter for local bird species, fostering a sense of community among nature enthusiasts. People often participate in workshops, build birdhouses, and share tips on attracting various birds to their outdoor spaces. Events may include birdwatching, educational talks about avian habitats, and even competitions for the most creatively designed birdhouses.

Observed each year on March 5, International Birdhouse Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

Birdhouses can provide safe nesting sites for birds, protecting them from predators.

Different species of birds require specific dimensions and designs for their houses.

Quick facts

• DateMarch 5
• TypeNature / Outdoors
• Great forGardeners, Hikers, Eco clubs

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Ways to celebrate

• Build or refresh a birdhouse using Audubon’s guide.
• Learn placement and size basics from the Cornell Lab’s NestWatch.
• Clean an existing birdhouse before the nesting season begins.
• Identify local bird species and choose a design that fits them.
• Add water or native plants nearby to support backyard birds.

Fun facts

• Birdhouses can provide safe nesting sites for birds, protecting them from predators.
• Different species of birds require specific dimensions and designs for their houses.
• Some birdhouses can attract multiple species of birds, creating diverse backyard wildlife.
• The practice of building birdhouses dates back to ancient civilizations across the globe.
• Birdhouses can also help in managing pest control as certain bird species feed on insects.

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FAQ

When is International Birdhouse Day?

It is observed on March 5 each year.

What is International Birdhouse Day?

International Birdhouse Day encourages people to build, maintain, and place birdhouses to support local birds.

How do people celebrate International Birdhouse Day?

People build or clean birdhouses, learn proper placement, and support local bird habitats.

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