Hexagonal Lattice Bird Nest Supply Dispenser

Here is my Hexagonal Lattice Bird Nest Supply Dispenser design, just posted on MakerWorld available for free download. 🐦

This functional print is designed to hold nesting materials to assist birds during nesting season. The hexagonal lattice provides plenty of access points for birds of all sizes. 

Acceptable bird nest materials:

• Materials that are generally natural, soft, and untreated, including small twigs, dry grass, feathers, moss, mud, and pine needles are safe. Small-cut natural fibers like wool or coconut fiber/coir can also be provided. The one in the main photos is of coconut fiber. Avoid long strings, dryer lint, human hair, or any materials treated with pesticides. See more info below.

Experts warn against giving birds the following:

• Dryer lint: While soft, it holds water, dries into a crumbly mess, and contains harmful chemical residues from detergents and softener sheets 

   

• Chemically treated plants: If you want birds to use plants as nesting material, avoid spraying them with pesticides, they are harmful to birds and the insects they feed on.

   

• Pet fur: Chemically treated pet fur can cause serious harm to chicks. This includes fur from pets treated for flea and tick prevention. As long as the hair is not too long and does not have lingering soap residue it is argued that it is okay to use but still not recommended due to the potential of birds choking or getting tangled.

   

• Synthetic fibers: Synthetic fibers are not biodegradable and, like dryer lint, will also get waterlogged, preventing the nest from drying out after rain.

   

• String and twine: Long pieces of string or twine pose a tangling hazard for birds. The same goes for landscape netting, monofilament, and fake spider webs.

Printing Details:

• Printer Used: Bambu X1C
• Nozzle: 0.4mm
• Layer Height: .2mm
• Filament in photos: White and Blue Hawaii Bambu PLA
• Infill: 15% Gyroid
• Top/Bottom Surface Pattern: Circular
• Prime Tower: No
• Supports: No

Notes:

• Includes Bambu Studio 3mf and STL files for easy printing
• The color changes are done by layer so it will minimize filament waste
• All photos are of the actual printed model and are copyright protected
• If you like this model, please consider giving it a boost