Barn owls can naturally cut pests, but simply installing a nest box won’t attract them reliably. Wildlife experts say success depends on abundant prey, open hunting areas, and a genuinely safe yard. Even when owls arrive, they’re gradual residents—homeowners must keep maintaining conditions, including avoiding rodenticides, to support long-term nesting and hunting.
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