Solitary Bee Observation Block – Cosmetic Faults

Original price was: $65.00.Current price is: $45.00.

The main block is made from well seasoned/dried Cypress. Cypress does have natural imperfections like knots, chips and small splits. This is the character of Cypress and what makes it look good. Any imperfections do not affect the functionality of the block.

*Some small splits, some splits have been repaired. The block will still function as normal.

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Description

Results will vary in different locations, depending on species

View the Observation Block article: https://www.nativebeehives.com/solitary-bee-observation-block/

Position: A good position might be under cover so it’s sheltered from extreme sun or rain, on a patio or verandah so you can view it easily.

Bee Species likely to use the block: Resin Bees (Fire Tail Resin Bees and the smaller Megachile deanii), Leafcutter Bees. You wont get ground nesting species like Blue Banded Bees

Block maintenance:

Oil: The wood is finished with Tung Oil. If in the future the wood finish fades, you can freshen it up with a coating of Tung Oil or your own oil of preference
Cleaning: Bees can coat the clear windows with resin that may reduce the clear view after a year or two. Once the Bees have all left and the block is empty, the windows can be unscrewed and washed in hot water with detergent and a sponge to remove resins. While the window is off you can clean or scrape out the channels in the wood block.

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