I have seen a FHM male hollow out a spot under a rock no bigger than 5 x 5 inches. I do not know the optimum size but IMHO 2 foot boards should work great but don't expect more than one maybe 2 males using it at a time. I can't comment on the treated lumber as I have not tried that.


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