This Woodstone bat box is designed so that you are able to provide accommodation that mimics a natural roost site in a hollow tree. The woodstone construction is composed of concrete and wood fibre mix which provides insulation and offers an environment that experiences limited temperature fluctuations.
Key Features:
- 4 internal roosting compartments
- 3 grooved wooden panels inside
- Painted black to absorb the heat of the sun
- Durable and maintenance-free
Why do we need to protect bats?
Bats play an important role within our environment. As well as performing some pollination, bats are a natural control of insect populations as these are their main food source. Bats are also a good indicator species of environmental health, with changes in populations reflecting local biodiversity.
Bats are a schedule 1 protected species under the Wildlife & Countryside Act. It is illegal for any member of the public to disturb a roost, handle or kill any bat. Bat boxes therefore may only be inspected by a licensed bat worker. 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.
Please note: this item is delivered on a pallet so delivery time is 3-4 days as standard
MATERIAL: Woodstone and sustainable wood
DIMENSIONS (MM): 850 x 250
INNER DIMENSIONS: 710 x 185
WEIGHT (KG): 24
SPECIES:
On buildings: Not suitable
On trees: Common pipistrelle, Nathusius's pipistrelle, Soprano pipistrelle, Daubenton's bat, Natterers bat, Whiskered bat, Brandt's bat, Common noctule Lesser noctule, Brown Long-Eared bat, and Pond bat
In damp basements or bunkers: Not suitable
In attics or stables: Common pipistrelle, Whiskered bat, Brown Long-Eared Bat, Daubenton's bat, and Natterers bat
SITING: Mount the Miramare box using brackets, the two additional fixing eyes allow for a rope or strong wire to be passed around the trunk of a tree, recommended for more exposed sites. For best results, site the box in a sturdy tree or on a building where bats are known to be present.
For best results, site your bat box:
- In a sturdy tree or building where bats have been seen or are known to feed.
- In a sheltered area, ideally south or southwest facing to ensure a few hours of sun.
- Near a wet area, such as a pond or marshy environment which will attract the insects favoured by bats and also provides somewhere for them to drink.
The box should be placed between 2 and 5 metres from the ground with a clear flight path for access
NOTE: It can take a while for bats to take up residence in a new bat box. As a general rule if it hasn't been used after three years, try relocating.
Delivery Information
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on order weight, product type and delivery postcode. Prices exclude VAT.
UK Mainland
Delivery starts at £7.92. We aim for next working day delivery on orders received before 2:00pm. Pallet delivery costs vary by postcode.
Highlands & Islands
Delivery starts at £25. Larger or pallet orders require a quote.
Postcodes/areas: AB36–38, AB55–56, FK17–21, HS (all), IV (all), KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–78, PH19–50, ZE1–3, Channel Islands, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Scilly Isles.
Northern Ireland
Delivery starts at £20, rising to £90 for orders up to 60kg. Larger or pallet orders require a quote.
Europe
Visit www.wildcare.eu, call +33 (0)4 65 65 00 05 or email [email protected].
Delivery Times
- UK: 1–3 working days
- Europe: 3–5 working days
- Rest of world: 7–14 working days
Made-to-order, special items and busy periods may take longer. If delays occur, we will inform you.
If you need an item by a specific date, please tell us when ordering. For urgent orders, call 01451 833181.
International Shipping
We can ship worldwide (quotes may be required). Online checkout is available for delivery to Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Other countries must order by phone or email. Import taxes may apply outside the EU.
Returns
If you receive damaged or incorrect goods, contact us immediately.
A Returns Number is required — call 01451 833181 or email [email protected].
Please return goods (with Returns Number clearly marked) to:
Wildcare, Eastgate House, Moreton Road, Longborough, GL56 0QJ
