Cool Birdhouse Free 3D print model

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This is an ingenious double shell birdhouse designed specifically for the Birdhouse Challenge, crafted in one single piece and suitable for printing at home. Your feathered friends will certainly be grateful! Noticeable features include a built-in drainage system at the bottom of the house as well as ventilation rings at both the top and bottom of the inner shell, accompanied by another set of slots and holes at the outer shell's base and summit. Whenever sunlight reaches the exterior surface, it initiates an effective convection cycle: cooler air gets pulled in through the lower ring of openings and ascends out of the larger ones, keeping the interior of the nest cooler and more pleasant. For added durability, a post and metal ring are joined at the top of the birdhouse to form a sturdy hanger. Moreover, its roof, lack of perches, and small gaps make it very difficult for potential predators to access the eggs or chicks. Unfortunately, the absence of a bird bath is intentional since any additional commotion caused would encourage unwanted visits from predators. On a brighter note, the high entry point means that even if young birds try to venture out too early, they are unable to tumble from the entrance before being ready. By the way, for creating this design I utilized drsfostersmith.com/pic/article.cfm?aid=2194 as a helpful resource. While I paid attention to size and safety concerns (there is no metal sheet but two enlarged openings would be needed, making it tricky even for nimble squirrels), there were certain compromises made. It lacks adequate insulation for colder weather other than the fact that covering external gaps does trap air within. Another shortcoming lies in its inability to provide clear drainage through a traditional plug; you may have to rely on wire hooks to gather any soiled debris and then retrieve it with fishing wires in order to properly maintain this wonderful birdhouse.