Sparrow Daughters Wooden Bird House — Built for the Birds That Used to Live Outside Your Window If you grew up in India, you probably remember the sound of sparrows outside your window in the morning. In most Indian cities today, that sound is gone — not because sparrows left, but because we stopped giving them places to nest. Concrete balconies, sealed window gaps, and glass facades have quietly erased the nesting spots sparrows have used for generations. The Sparrow Daughters Hut Shape Bird House was built to bring them back. THE DESIGN — WHY THE HUT SHAPE WORKS Birds don't choose a nesting spot at random. They look for three things: an enclosed space that feels secure, an entry hole sized correctly for their body, and protection from weather and predators. The hut shape delivers all three. The angled roof sheds rain. The single front entry hole is sized for house sparrows and love birds — large enough to enter comfortably, small enough to feel protected. The solid wood walls insulate against heat and cold in a way that plastic or wire alternatives simply cannot. THE MATERIAL — 100% SOLID WOOD, NOT PLASTIC This birdhouse is made from 100% MDF solid wood — not hollow plastic, not compressed cardboard, not resin. Wood breathes naturally, regulates temperature inside the nest box, and does not off-gas chemicals that could harm eggs or chicks. The exterior finish uses bird-safe, non-toxic paint — safe for nesting birds, safe for chicks, safe to leave outdoors year-round. DIMENSIONS & FIT Size: 16 × 15 × 16 cm — the ideal interior volume for house sparrows (Passer domesticus) and small love birds. If you are trying to attract larger birds such as mynas or pigeons, this size is not suitable — it is specifically designed for small cavity-nesting species. WHERE TO PLACE IT — FOR BEST RESULTS Height: Mount at 1.5–3 metres above ground for sparrows; higher for love birds Direction: Face the entry hole away from direct afternoon sun — east or north-facing works best in most Indian cities Location: Balcony railing, garden fence, window grill, courtyard wall, or tree branch Avoid: Placing near AC units, noisy traffic, or in direct sun without shade cover INSTALLATION Use the back slot to hang on any hook, nail, or railing — ready in under a minute. For permanent outdoor mounting, a single deck screw through the back panel provides a wind-resistant, weather-stable fixture. No assembly required. 4 COLOURS Blue · Light Green · Red · Green All colours use bird-safe, non-toxic exterior paint. Select based on your balcony or garden aesthetic — birds are not colour-sensitive in their nesting choices. CARE INSTRUCTIONS Wipe exterior with a dry or slightly damp cloth for dust removal. Always clean in the direction of the wood grain. Do not soak or pressure wash. After each nesting season (typically post-monsoon), remove old nesting material from inside the box to prepare it for the next season. This single step significantly increases the chance of birds returning. THE SPARROW DAUGHTERS PROMISE We are a Kanpur-based Indian brand building products that bring wildlife back into urban Indian homes. Every birdhouse ships in fully recyclable and biodegradable packaging. If the product arrives damaged, contact us through Amazon and we will make it right immediately. Note: Bird attraction depends on your local environment, nearby vegetation, and placement. Most sparrows begin investigating new nesting sites within 2–4 weeks of installation during nesting season (February–June in most of India).