Stupid question

[Jacobasmith]

This may sound like a stupid question, but what are them things on the front of most lofts called. they are usually made of wire mesh, i think that they hinge open to let the birds out.

 

is there a minimum size that they should be?

[Guest]

possibly a sputnik ,or trapping system . if you can refer to a post where youve seen one . can confirm then . all the best ,and theres no thing like a stupid question ,the only stupid question is the one that isnt asked . best of luck .         andy.

[Jacobasmith]

thanks for answering my question, i was reffering to the "thing" at the front of this loft http://www.redroselofts.com/starter_loft.htm

i have seen them on many other lofts in the shape of boxes or triangular prisms.

[Guest]

have read your previuos posts , loft size (hutch style) main section 3ft square . when i started as a boy had a similar thing with a door large enough to reach in and clean .but the birds entered thru a fold down board with bob wires behind it.this allowed the birds to enter but not leave . it was about a foot square , make sure its secure so nothing else can enter . hope this helps Jacob . best of luck.                  andy.

[Guest numpty01]

dont be afraid to ask stupid question.s i ask them all the time ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[Guest]

dont be afraid to ask stupid question.s i ask them all the time ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

 

And I'll give you stupid answers  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[Hogni]

There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers.   remember that.

[PATTY BHOY]

possibly your talking about an aviary.

[Jacobasmith]

its definately not an avairy, its alot smaller.

 

it is usually built onto the side of the loft, off the ground.

 

i was also wondering if i was to add one to a loft i am building, should it have a wooden or a wire floor, as i am worrying about water settling on it.

[Guest spin cycle]

Maybe visit a few other pigeon people  look at their set-up--get sevaeal idea's- you will not find "TWO" build the same. AND remember no matter how hard you try to get it right the first time--you will change something at a later date.

 

you are right there...in my case...well i've lost count  (dizzy)...part of the fun though