The nest box has a host of features that ensure that the occupants are safe from predators such as pine martens. Deep nest box. Two entrance/exit holes one on the front centre and one on the side. Internal and external ladder features to enable to young to climb the slippery sides of the box. Perching ledge that needs to fitted on the box on receipt. Pitched roof which sheds rain away from nest box Removal front panel to allow box cleaning Slow-seasoned untreated timber is used to negate the need to use any chemicals preservatives which may deter sensitive mammals from using the nestbox The red squirrel box should be sited high in mature woodland between 3m and 4m using the back plate mount. Face the box away from both direct sunlight and the prevailing weather. The box may be filled to half full with very dry nesting material such as leaves, straw or hay. H 500mm W 240mm L 340mm