The correct placement of a decorative bird house  ...

You can have the prettiest decorative bird house in the world, but it is going to be a boring bird house if no birds flock to visit it.  Whether or not your decorative bird house is a success or a big bomb with the birds has a lot to do with your knowledge of your local species' habits and your knowledge of the best place to install it.

For instance, bluebirds don't like a bird house that is placed too high as it makes them vulnerable to attacks from starlings and sparrows.  If you are trying to attract bluebirds, place your decorative bird house about five feet from the ground.  By contract, flickers prefer birdhouses that are placed about thirty feet above the ground.  Swallows are most attracted to bird houses that are set near a pond or birdbath.

If you are looking to buy a decorative bird house or bird house poles you can view the selection of unique yet functional offerings at the following online stores.

The Bird Shed
Really nice decorative birdhouses in all price ranges.

Unique Victorian bird house styles