How to Find the Perfect Habitat for Bluebirds

Bluebirds are a favorite among many bird enthusiasts. Three species of bluebirds live in the United States: The Western Bluebird, the Eastern Bluebird and the Mountain Bluebird. Each species prefers a specific type of habitat to live and breed in.

Mountain Bluebird

1. Choose a habitat that is similar to mountainous areas for Mountain Bluebirds. These birds can be found as far west as California and as far North as Alaska.


2. Look for areas that offer a wide variety of foods they like, such as fruits and insects. Mountain Bluebirds prefer to nest close to reliable food sources.


3. Search for areas that offer short grasses and open meadows. Mountain Bluebirds may even visit desert areas to nest.

 Western Bluebird

1. Check areas that offer middle elevations. Western Bluebirds typically live in Colorado and other Northwestern states. They prefer habitats that are similar to their native homes.


2. Look in areas where there are deciduous woodlands with trees that are between 30 and 40 feet high. This height provides a safe nesting area.


3. Check in hollowed out trees and gaps or cracks in the trunks of trees to find Western Bluebirds in their natural habitats. Habitats that can recreate this environment will be perfect for Western Bluebirds.

Eastern Bluebird

1. Choose an area that is near open fields, meadows or scattered forests. Bluebirds like to fly around open areas but must have landing spots too.


2. Find a place that is open but offers seclusion such as a golf course or farmland with a barn. Although bluebirds like to fly in the open, they also like to have a secluded area to nest in.


3. Check areas where grazing animals are present. Easterm Bluebirds often live near grazing animals because they depend on their leftover food to survive.