Bluebirds At The Park
Discover the charm of our park’s bluebird houses. Learn about the Eastern Bluebirds that call our park home, how we support their nesting, and what you can do to help protect these colorful songbirds. Don’t forget to check out our photos and seasonal updates!
How We Support the Birdhouse Occupants - Nest Boxes in All the Right Places
Our bluebird houses are placed in sunny, open areas about 5 feet off the ground—giving birds a clear view and keeping nests safe.
Predator Protection
Each box is mounted with guards or smooth poles to help deter snakes, raccoons, and other predators.Clean & Cared For
We monitor the houses during nesting season and clean them out between broods to keep them healthy and inviting.Natural Habitat Preservation
We maintain open grassy spaces and scattered trees—perfect for foraging and perching.
Why It Matters
Eastern Bluebirds are native to North Carolina and were once in serious decline due to habitat loss, competition from invasive birds (like starlings and house sparrows), and the widespread use of pesticides. By placing and maintaining bluebird boxes, we’re helping to reverse that trend, one nest at a time.
These boxes offer safe, protected places for bluebirds to raise their young in areas where natural tree cavities have become scarce. When communities like ours install and care for bluebird houses, we help restore a vital piece of the Carolina ecosystem and keep our skies full of color and song.
How YOU can Support the Bluebirds -
Stay on the Path
Avoid walking too close to bluebird houses, especially during nesting season (March–August). Too much disturbance can stress the birds.
Look, Don’t Tap
It’s exciting to see a nest box—but peeking inside or tapping the house can frighten or harm the birds.
Keep It Clean
Pick up litter and avoid leaving food scraps in the park. Bluebirds rely on clean, insect-rich habitats.
Skip the Pesticides
If you garden at home, go pesticide-free. Bluebirds eat insects—so a healthy yard helps the birds too!