Is it the type with liquid in it? if not switch to that, if they still come find where they're coming from and use ant poison. If you already have one with liquid, just find where they're coming from and use ant poison.
A smear of Vaseline keeps ants off the holders to my hummingbird feeders until the Vaseline gets dirty (months). They can't walk over it. Borax powder is a deterrent.
yes they are
Hummingbird nectar feeders, suet cake feeders, thistle sock feeders, tray feeders, and many others.
It is important to keep hummingbird feeders up until at least two weeks after you have seen the last hummingbird in your area. Some hummingbirds may stay later than others, and having a food source available can help them during their migration. If the weather becomes consistently below freezing, you can bring the feeders in overnight to prevent the nectar from freezing.
Early Spring
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Yes, woodpeckers drink from hummingbird feeders. Red-bellied woodpeckers even pulled the plastic flowers off the feeding holes of my hummingbird feeder in order to get better access. I have also seen downy woodpeckers use hummingbird feeders.
No, it is not recommended to put Vicks Vapor Rub on hummingbird feeders. The scent can deter hummingbirds from feeding, and it may also be harmful to them if they come into contact with it. It's best to stick to using plain water and sugar in hummingbird feeders.
That is normal behavior for a hummingbird. You can try making several different hummingbird feeders available so they don't have to share the same one.
In Bowling Green, Kentucky, it's best to put out hummingbird feeders in mid to late March. This timing aligns with the arrival of ruby-throated hummingbirds, which are common in the area. To ensure the feeders are ready when the birds arrive, it's a good idea to have them cleaned and filled with a sugar-water solution (one part sugar to four parts water) by this time. Keep the feeders up until late fall, around mid-November, to accommodate any late migrants.
Blown glassing hummingbird feeders can be found by visiting a local major retail store. Different stores that have gardening supplies are sure to have them. Stores like Walmart and K-Mart.
Between five and six feet. You can use a shepherd's hook available at major box retailers, to hang it at an optimal viewing height and to also keep it away from cats and other potential predators.