Songbird Essentials Reed Grass Roosting Pockets Winter Shelter Roosting pockets provide birds with protection from harsh elements during severe cold and heat. Especially beneficial during extremely cold night temperatures, roosting pockets offer refuge from bitter winds and ice. A wide variety of species will utilize roosting pockets when harsh weather arrives, even birds that typically do not use traditional houses. These little pockets can be lifesaving, preventing deadly hypothermia and frostbite on evenings when birds are particularly vulnerable. Roosting pockets should be placed in an area sheltered from winds and rain. Make sure the pocket is securely mounted so it will not be blown about or sway when winds gust. Mount within tree branches or shrubs, preferably in a spot that offers sunlight in the late afternoon. The pocket will retain some warmth through the evening and help birds maintain body heat. Reed Grass Construction Constructed of organic reed grass, roosting pockets blend into the natural surroundings which protects birds from predators. The reed grass also provides drainage and ventilation so the pocket will dry quickly, preventing premature decay. The rough surface allows birds to enter and exit easily. Selecting a Roosting Pocket We offer several roosting pockets to accommodate different species. Select the roosting pocket with the right entrance size and pocket size for the birds in your backyard during the winter. Some species prefer smaller, solitary roosting cavities, while others roost in groups. If you have a variety of birds, offer a few different styles placed around your yard. Roosting Pocket Features Made of Organic, Natural Materials Resistant to Premature Decay Provides Refuge from Harsh Weather Easy to Mount Tips for Helping Birds Survive Winter Fresh, unfrozen water can be scarce in the winter. Maintaining a heated birdbath in your yard provides birds with drinking water as well as water to clean their feathers! Clean feathers are more effective as insulation and help birds retain body heat.Offer high quality, protein rich seed and suet to help sustain birds when natural food sources like insects and seeds are limited. Hypothermia can be a real threat and rich, calorically dense foods will help birds maintain their body temperatures when temperatures plummet.·Placing roosting pockets in sheltered areas of your yard provides an escape from snow, wind and predators during cold winter nights. Invest in weatherproof bird feeders designed to keep food dry.