![]() We aim for next working day delivery on all UK mainland orders received before 2.30pm. For information on qualifying requirements for free shipping, please see our delivery page. We now offer FREE UK SHIPPING for online orders over £75 to the UK mainland (under 20kg), including service & repair items. Alternatively you can supply your own square pole, 100 x 100mm, and 2.5m long. The Rocket Box does not come from the manufacturer with a pole, but we can usually supply one separately - please ask for a quote. This is because some bat species use these features for navigation between their roosting site and feeding ground and to avoid flying in open and exposed areas. To make Habibat a potential roost for a wider range of bat species, it is helpful to consider whether there are nearby linear vegetation features such as hedges and treelines. In the northern hemisphere, this will be the southerly aspects/orientation (south, south-west, and south-east). For this reason, Habibat should be located where it will receive the maximum amount of sunlight. In general, bats seek warm spaces to help them with rearing young. Temperature is known to be the major factor influencing the successful uptake of artificial roost by bats. A position near the eaves or gable apex of the property would be preferable. ![]() Avoid placement above windows, doors and wall climbing plants, thereby reducing the likelihood of predation by cats. Position Habibat a minimum of 2 metres but preferably 5 to 7 metres above the ground. ![]() SITING: Recommended to be mounted on a 2m steel post (of which 30cm is recommended to be sunk into concrete footing). However, you can monitor your bat box without disturbance, look for mouse-sized droppings beneath the box as a clue to occupation or observe from a distance at dusk to see if bats are exiting the box to hunt. Bat boxes therefore may only be inspected by a licensed bat worker. It is illegal for any member of the public to disturb a roost, handle or kill any bat. Bats are also a good indicator species of environmental health, with changes in populations reflecting local biodiversity.īats are a schedule 1 protected species under the Wildlife & Countryside Act. As well as performing some pollination, bats are a natural control of insect populations as these are their main food source. Can be finished in a colour of your choice using water-based masonry paintīats play an important role within our environment.This Bespoke Habibat Double Chambered Rocket Box provides a large roosting area for bats and allows them to adjust to micro-climates within the roost site during the day by moving from one side of the box to another. Please note: this item is made to order and has a 2-4 week lead time.
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