Natural materials help keep birds safe from predators as they blend in with surrounding areas and do not attract unwanted attention
	 
	
Birds desire a house made of rough material because rough surfaces make entering and exiting easier
	 
	
Reed grass and cedar roof are resistant to premature decay
	 
	
Roosting pockets are especially beneficial to non-migrating songbirds during the winter months
	 
	
They provide much needed refuge from harsh storms, wind, freezing rain, heavy snow and the bitter cold
	 
	
Natural ventilation and drainage, blends into surroundings
	 
	
Loved by a wide variety of songbirds