Give bats a welcome home in your garden with the Emma's Garden FSC Bat Box. This nest box is specially designed to offer bats a safe shelter where they can rest and raise their young. By hanging a bat box, you contribute to biodiversity and help protect these useful animals. Did you know that one bat eats up to 3,000 insects per night? This naturally reduces the number of insects in your garden without using pesticides.

The bat box is made from FSC-certified wood, meaning the wood comes from sustainably managed forests. The box has a natural wood color with a green top, blending nicely into the surroundings. Dimensions are 38 cm long, 16 cm high, and 14 cm wide, with a weight of approximately 0.83 kg. The wood is untreated, which is important for the health of the bats. The box is easy to assemble and comes with mounting materials.

Hang the bat box in a quiet place, away from bright lights and noise. Choose a sunny or semi-shaded location with at least 6 hours of sun per day, preferably facing south, southeast, or southwest. Ensure a clear flight path and attach the box to a tree trunk or wall. Place the box near food sources such as ponds, streams, or forest edges where many insects are found. Hang the box at a height of 3 to 5 meters to protect bats from predators. Multiple boxes increase the chance of occupancy. The best time to hang the box is late winter/early spring or autumn. Leave the box hanging all year so bats can use it at any time.

The bat box is suitable for various bat species found in Belgium and the Netherlands. By hanging this box, you help conserve these remarkable animals. Enjoy watching bats begin their hunt at dusk while they naturally control insects.