The Common Merganser prefers to
breed in ponds associated with upper portions of rivers in
forested regions, and clear, freshwater lakes with forested
shorelines. It winters as far north as open inland waters are
available. The Common Merganser generally nests in cavities in
hollow trees near water, but also in dark recesses, on the ground
or in nest boxes. The height of the tree cavity and species of
tree are unimportant, but the number of suitable cavities
available is definitely limited. Our Merganser House provides the
perfect cavity for mergansers that normally nest in naturally
occurring tree cavities. Mount the Merganser House on a pole in
the open water to provide extra protection from predators. |
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