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  • HAZY
    HAZY
  • 12 Nov 2012 6:59 PM
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Two questions - Re: metal hole covers and Owl boxes !

  • HAZY
    HAZY
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    • 12 Nov 2012 10:12 PM

    In reply to TeeJay:

    Ok, cheers TJ    i never quite understood the markings, always thought it was to let other birds know that box was taken !

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