Things to consider when you buy a wren bird house .....

The best wren bird house is one that is shaped like a pagoda.  This is because these cute little birds make great apartment dwellers.  If you are lucky enough to get a group of these amusing birds nesting in your wren houses, it is quite a common sign to see them peeking out of their nest holes.  However if you have purchased a wren house and it seems to be abandoned, there may be a couple of reasons why these picky birds might consider your bird house building to be condemned.

Wrens are tiny birds that are easy prey for larger birds.  Many bird watchers make the mistake of buying a cozy pagoda style bird house and just assuming that the oriental style of the bird house is one that will attract wrens.  Although it is true that the traditional wren house usually has an oriental flair to its design, the real key to buying the perfect wren bird house is to buy one that ha nesting holes that are 1 1/2 inches in diameter.  This makes the birds feel safe from larger bullying birds such as starlings or blue jays.

A wren house can be a gorgeous addition to your back yard and in particular to a Japanese inspired garden.   To compare examples of a pagoda style wren bird house and a pagoda style bird house made for larger birds, check out the vendors listed below.

The Bird Shed
Nice selection of bird houses at very reasonable prices.

The simplicity and beauty of an inexpensive outdoor bird house