Aside from stand-alone trail cameras to observe the larger animal life, and use of regular, hand-operated still- and video-cameras (whether from a hide or out in the open) to film and photograph both flora and fauna, we also intend to make use of small 'cctv' cameras connected to a computer. Bird nest boxes are a perfect use for these, and our first one is now ready to be set up. It may be a little late for the spring, but birds searching for a nest for a second brood of chicks may take up residence in 'box 1' - our first monitored box - or may indeed use it to roost for the night.
Images below show the box itself, and the view inside past the camera. Clearly visible are the translucent 'windows' to allow more light for colour filming inside when the lid is closed (the camera defaults to infra-red when insufficient light is available) and wood shavings to line the floor of the box. All being well, it will be in position at the start of next week.
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