i just wanted to make sure that the size is not 11/2 that would able t he house sparrows to get in?
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The one I bought has a hole of about 1 3/8", not quite 1 1/2". It`s a nice little house because the front panel pivots up to remove the old nest. I stained it and just put it out over the weekend, so we`ll see how long it takes for occupancy. I also put on its internal walls a few catalogue cut-outs of flower and country scenes, plus an American flag. Gotta make it homey for future wren residents, right? Hmm...wasn`t Schumann`s 3rd Symphony titled the "Wrenish Symphony"? ; > ))
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not sure, but there are chickadees entering my house...the house sparrows here in Colorado have slightly broader shoulders so might not be able to get in....sorry not to be more definitive, but the chickadees and red head finches fit....
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hi, don;t know if this will help. but i get real real small birds in my house. i think they are called sparlings or starlings. something like that. they are real small. but they like the house, has had several familys in there. all i do is clean it out after one family, then right away another moves in to have babies. have had it for fiuve years. still looks great, and is put together excellent. so they last and last. hope this helps. dolores
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Ext. dimensions are 13" x 13" x 2". Does not sound very big but as I said in my review, it will fit four doves comfortably - and last night I saw maybe eight or nine sparrows fluttering in it.
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They are about 2 inches by 2 inches. Big enough for the sparrows to get through.
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It's maybe 2"? Large enough for a sparrow not large enough for a big robin.
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this one is for finches and smaller birds. you would want one that is deeper than this.
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It would but not much punch. I have shot larger birds (magpies) and it just pisses them off. A sparrow is small enough that it would work but nothing larger.
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We have a Quaker parrot, about 10 inches, and it a very large cage for him. He has a lot of room to move around in.
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Outside measurements: side to side: 5 1/4", height to the bottom of the roof in the front: 6 ", plus 3/4" inch for thickness of roof. Height in back 8 3/4" which includes the 1 1/4 " on board behind the nest box for screwing to a post. . front to back: 4 3/4". Inside measurements - portion the birds will occupy: front to back: 3 1/4", height: 5" in front, 6" in back (roof slopes). Height, inside, from floor of nest to the bottom of the circular opening, a little over 3 1/4". Diameter of opening: 1 1/4." There is ventilation and drainage and an easy opening front door, all of which is good; the only real problem is that the opening is big enough to allow the invasive and destructive house sparrow. Should be 1 1/8", that extra little bit makes a big difference.
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We do not have house sparrows, but the Stellar's Jay and some woodpeckers can stretch their necks far enough out to get some seed. The jays and the woodpeckers can't actually get in the feeder though.
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I would say no, not them seeing they need room to move more then the canary we used it for. I would go just a little bigger for parakeets especially 2.
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probably not. I have bought several of them andcthey vary by size, a big one was able to hold our two love birds, but I can't see our conure fitting in
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No, unfortunately I believe Cockatiel is the smallest size ... it would also, I imagine, be a bit difficult to maneuver the canary enough to put it on even if they made one that fit and from what I was told canaries are not very touch-comfortable, ie, they may go into shock if you handle them too much, even if they are used to perching on your finger or shoulder. Sorry. Having said that if you use a tie-string or some twine to ensure that the cage doors are shut, you can always use a small cage to bring your buddy outside for some fresh air, just don't leave them in direct sunlight too long and make sure they have water. Good luck! No, unfortunately I believe Cockatiel is the smallest size ... it would also, I imagine, be a bit difficult to maneuver the canary enough to put it on even if they made one that fit and from what I was told canaries are not very touch-comfortable, ie, they may go into shock if you handle them too much, even if they are used to perching on your finger or shoulder. Sorry. Having said that if you use a tie-string or some twine to ensure that the cage doors are shut, you can always use a small cage to bring your buddy outside for some fresh air, just don't leave them in direct sunlight too long... » Read More No, unfortunately I believe Cockatiel is the smallest size ... it would also, I imagine, be a bit difficult to maneuver the canary enough to put it on even if they made one that fit and from what I was told canaries are not very touch-comfortable, ie, they may go into shock if you handle them too much, even if they are used to perching on your finger or shoulder. Sorry. Having said that if you use a tie-string or some twine to ensure that the cage doors are shut, you can always use a small cage to bring your buddy outside for some fresh air, just don't leave them in direct sunlight too long and make sure they have water. Good luck! « Show Less
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I asked the owner of my local Wild Birds Unlimited store. He said about 2'. And as M.A.Weiss answered below: look for the evidence on your window. That really helped me decide.
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NO, too small. I bought: Prevue wrought iron flight cage with stand. Black Bird cage (FO40) 31"L x 201/2"W x 53"H. Having a Caique ,they need room like yours does. I use the upper feeder. Clean up is a dream with the tray and grate. Would suggest clip locks on all doors for escape artist. ie: what is on a dog lead. Get the tent hooch, swing and use the larger water bowl that the holder stays and the cup twists to remove (clear)
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Still a bit tiny for your pet rat. The opening is just big enough to squeeze in a tennis ball, so this bird house is really for finches.
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You could. This is the first year I've used this box, and had baby bluebirds fledge and the sparrows didn't bother it at all, yes they would check it out, peak inside but would never go in. I've always had sparrows bothering my regular boxes and entering.
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No! I bought it for a parakeet and he just climbed out the roof! It is NOT meant for smaller birds!