Beaumaris Woodstone Bat Box Midi 91044/91020
This small bat box is preferably placed on the facade but may also be suitable for installation in trees.
The box is finished in white to reduce the likelihood of overheating when installed in sunny, warm places. This bat box is also available in black. The black finish has the advantage of allowing the temperature inside the box to warm up quickly when placed in a shady, cooler location.
Several species of bats can use this bat box, depending on the local species and where the box is hung. The box is suitable as a summer and/or breeding box, and in mild winters, it can also serve as a shelter.
The box is made of WoodStone® (WoodStone® is a mix of 100% FSC®-certified wood fibres and concrete) and comes with dowels and screws for mounting.
As a summer or breeding box, it is suitable for:
- Common Pipistrelle
- Soprano Pipistrelle
- Nathusius’ Pipistrelle
- Whiskered Bat
- Brandt’s Bat
- Leisler’s Bat
- Brown Long-eared Bat
- Daubenton’s Bat
In mild winters, it may also be used by:
- Common Pipistrelle
- Brown Long-eared Bat
Placement
- Place the bat box in a suitable location on the facade using the provided dowels and screws.
- Install the box at a minimum height of 3 meters.
- The box is less suitable for installation in trees, but it can be done.
- The box can be placed facing any wind direction.
- Provide a clear approach and egress route for the box.
- Do not place boxes above windows and doors.
- Do not install the box on illuminated facades or in light from lampposts, etc.
- It is preferred to have multiple boxes placed near each other. When doing so, vary the wind direction and altitude.
Maintenance
Bat boxes can be cleaned once a year in winter, preferably during a frost period. Be sure to check that the boxes are not occupied first! A special long-handled brush can be used to remove cobwebs and other debris from the box.
Specifications
- Item number: 91044/91020
- Weight (kg): 5
- Outer dimensions (w x h x d) (cm): 29 x 40 x 7
- Inner dimensions (w x h x d) (cm): 19 x 30 x 2
- Material: Woodstone®
- Colour: White/Black
- Species group: Bats
- Species: Brandt's Bat, Brown Long-eared Bat, Common Pipistrelle, Daubenton's Bat, Nathusius' Pipistrelle, Natterer's Bat, Noctule, Serotine, Soprano Pipistrelle, Whiskered Bat
About Vivara Pro
We are experts in nature-inclusive construction — but what does it mean?
Nature-inclusive building integrates biodiversity into construction. It improves the living environment for people and wildlife; enabling a future where people and nature can live together in harmony.
In essence, this is done by adding measures such as nestboxes, green roofs or built-in bricks into urban environments, allowing wildlife to thrive. This is where we excel.
The advantages of nature-inclusive construction
According to various studies from prestigious institutes such as Stanford University and Wageningen University & Research, balancing nature with urban development allows for a myriad of positive effects to take place, such as:
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Increased biodiversity in the area
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Improved air quality in the area
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Reduced levels of stress, anxiety, and depression for residents
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A direct connection with nature
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Improved overall wellbeing
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Reduced urban heat island (UHI) effects
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And much more
The advantages of woodstone
Most of our products are made from woodstone: a proprietary material that mixes (FSC®-)wood fibres with concrete, colloquealy known as cement-bonded wood fibre or wood concrete.
Woodstone has natural insulating properties and the material is also breathable. This can lead to better breeding outcomes for the species inhabiting the box or brick. It also has many other advantages, such as:
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Durable and sustainable
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Woodstone is much lighter than cement or regular concrete
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Woodstone can absorb water and has natural insulating properties
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Being much stronger than wood, it also does not rot
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Highly fire-resistant
What is FSC®-certified wood?
Vivara Pro exclusively works with FSC®-certified wood. FSC® stands for Forest Stewardship Council, an international, non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting responsible forest management worldwide.
FSC®-certified wood is felled from forests that are managed with respect for people, wildlife, and the environment. The certification guarantees that the wood is felled sustainably, with strict standards that protect biodiversity, ensure fair working conditions, and maintain the long-term health of forest ecosystems.
Every step of the supply chain is checked and verified. This process is called chain of custody certification, ensuring that FSC®-labelled products truly originate from responsibly managed sources.
In summary, by using FSC®-certified wood we ensure that ecosystems can thrive and regrow. It also guarantees fair wages and working conditions. These are values that have, and always will have our unequivocal support.
All made in Europe
At Vivara Pro, all our products are designed and produced in-house, right here in Europe. This hands-on approach allows us to guarantee the highest level of quality, craftsmanship, and reliability.
By keeping every step of development close to home, we ensure:
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Consistent quality control, every product meets our strict standards
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Shorter supply chains that result in faster deliveries across the UK and reduced environmental impact
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Fair wages and working conditions
Vivara Pro has a wide product portfolio: including (nest) boxes for various species of birds, bats and mammals; built-in bricks — in UK dimensions — for insects, bats and birds; and much more.
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