General description
The Pine Marten Den Box is a successful conservation tool designed to provide artificial breeding sites for pine martens, particularly in areas where natural sites are scarce. This proven design, based on the Vincent Wildlife Trust Den Box, has been optimized for precision manufacturing, ensuring durability and effectiveness.
Technical specifications
- Materials: Exterior Grade Plywood with Softwood Batten
- Construction: Panels stapled together with surface sunk staples
- Finish: Non-toxic water-based stain and preservative
- Dimensions: Overall height: 57 cm, Overall width: 56 cm, Overall depth: 27 cm
- Weight: 14 kg
Usage
Pine martens utilize den boxes for various purposes, including:
- Raising young in spring/summer
- Sheltering from bad weather
- Resting during the day
- Staying safe from predation (e.g., foxes) above ground level
Other information
The den chamber size is designed to be similar to natural den sites, providing good thermal insulation and reduced rain/snow penetration. The snug fitting panels and entrance hole arrangement minimize airflow, particularly around the den chamber.
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