{"product_id":"squirrel-house-camera-diy-add-on","title":"JCS Wildlife Squirrel House \u0026 Nutty Mansion Camera DIY Add-On","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn your squirrel house into a smart wildlife station—no new house required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapture the secret life of squirrels with the Squirrel House Camera DIY Add-On. This kit lets you upgrade your existing squirrel house or Nutty Mansion with a motion-activated Wi-Fi camera and solar-powered charging system—no need to buy a whole new setup. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAdd a Micro SD (8GB-128GB) to the camera and record motion activated videos (Videos can be recorded in live view without the addition of a Micro SD card). Otherwise a static image will be captures upon motion trigger. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIY-Friendly Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis kit includes a two-sided drilling template tailored for either the Squirrel House or Nutty Mansion. With basic tools (drill, jigsaw, tape), you’ll create a precise roof cutout to mount the camera housing box. Clear markings guide you through each step—just follow the template, drill, cut, and attach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Camera Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion-triggered photo capture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSends images directly to your smartphone via the Bird Lover app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional micro-SD card slot for local storage (card not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCloud storage available via Bird Lover app subscription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy access via removable housing lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower switch and charging port protected under the lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar-Powered Simplicity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe included solar panel powers the camera via a 3-foot USB-C cable. 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