Common Florida Bird Information

Eastern Bluebird

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Recommended Hole Size: 1.5 Inches
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Eastern Bluebirds are small, vibrant blue birds with a rust-colored breast. They are known for their sweet, melodious songs. Eastern Bluebirds are cavity-nesting birds that are commonly found in open woodlands, fields, and gardens.

Recommended Birdhouse Height: Mount the birdhouse on a pole or post at a height of 4 to 6 feet. If you are wanting a pole of this size, you can find one on amazon by clicking the below link
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Purple Martin

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Recommended Hole Size: 1.75 to 2.0 inches
Purple martins

Purple Martins are the largest species of swallow found in North America. They have iridescent dark blue-black plumage and are known for their acrobatic flight. They often nest in large, multi-compartment birdhouses known as "martin houses."

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Recommended Birdhouse Height:
Purple Martin houses should be placed on a tall pole or post, usually 10 to 15 feet or higher.

Purple Finch

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Recommended Hole Size: 1.125 - 1.25 inches

Purple Finches are small finches with raspberry-red plumage in males. They are known for their cheerful songs and are often seen at bird feeders. Providing nest boxes can attract them to your property.

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Recommended Birdhouse Height:
Purple Finches prefer their birdhouses anywhere between 5 to 15 feet above the ground. You can mount the birdhouse on a tree or fence post.
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