Nest‐site and breeding success of the wren troglodytes troglodytes inside human habitations

Abstract

Nest sites and nesting success of the Wren in farms of NE Spain were examined. Nests were found: Inside human habitations in abandoned platforms of Swallows (41%); in bundles of rope, cloth or other soft materials (31%); and in cavities (28%). Nests occupied and not occupied by females did not differ significantly in relation to nest sites. The nesting success of 42 occupied nests was 93% with no predation. Some of the factors which may induce Wrens to seek the vicinity of man are discussed. © 1992 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.