Some cavity-nesting animals provide great opportunities for attracting nature to the backyard.

For those looking to learn more about building nesting boxes that could attract cavity-nesting birds and flying squrrels, the Missouri Department of Conservation will present a virtual program, “Birds: Cavity Nesters and Nesting Boxes” from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20.

During this program, MDC Naturalist Wendy Lott will discuss the various species of cavity-nesting birds that can be found in Missouri, the advantage of nesting in a cavity and how people can build nest boxes to attract these birds to their yards. The focus of Lott’s program will be building nest boxes for owls, prothonotary warblers and flying squirrels.

In addition to discussing how to build nest boxes, Lott will have tips on what are the best locations for nest boxes and how to keep starlings and other nest predators out of nest boxes.

Register for this free program at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com.