"Designing better nestboxes: Double-walled and pale proves coolest unde" by Murray V. Ellis and Susan Rhind
Context: Fauna nestboxes are used for conservation, research and mitigation against tree hollow/cavity loss. Scant attention has been given to the microclimate inside boxes until recently, with concern that nestboxes may be ineffective or a thermal trap because of high internal temperatures during summer. Aim: Our study used construction design principles to guide modifications to nestboxes to reduce maximum temperatures inside boxes. Methods: Five trials were undertaken, and modifications included addition of thermal mass, creation of a double wall system and painting the box and/or outer wal...
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