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Bird feeders can attract a wide variety of birds to your yard and provide extra food for birds when Natural Resources are low. However, putting out feeders requires responsibility:
- Bird feeders and areas around feeders must be kept clean or they can cause spread of diseases. Cleaning and disinfecting (with bleach solution 1 part bleach to 9 parts water) should be done monthly. Old seed and waste matter on or under the feeder must removed.
- Feeders should be attached to windows or placed more than 30 feet from windows so when birds are frightened they have a chance to avoid the glass.
- If you notice a natural predator such as a Cooper's Hawk hanging around, remove the feeder for a few weeks. The predator will move on.
- Outdoor cats are a major problem, killing millions of wild birds annually. If you have outdoor cats, especially feral cats, in your neighborhood, then you should not put out bird feeders or hang them high out of reach of cats. Some people put no climb fences around their feeders.
- Most Birds visit feeders to supplement their diets and do not become completely dependent on feeders because they require a variety of foods to meet their dietary needs. However, if you keep feeders going through winter, do not cease filling feeders mid winter or during harsh weather as birds that are in the "habit" of visiting feeders, will have an easier time finding food.
What else can I help you with?
Do crows eat from bird feeders?
Yes, crows are known to eat from bird feeders, as they are opportunistic feeders and will consume a variety of foods, including seeds and nuts found in bird feeders.
What are some good brands of window bird feeders?
There are hundreds of window bird feeders available. According to reviews at Amazon, Wagners, Droll Yankee, and Duncraft both recieved 4.5 stars out of 5.
Would hardwood be good to use on a bird feeder?
Yes, it would. Red cedar is a beautiful wood to use for bird feeders.
How can I incorporate bird feeder landscaping into my backyard design to attract more birds to my garden?
To attract more birds to your garden, incorporate bird feeder landscaping by placing bird feeders strategically throughout your backyard, near trees or shrubs for cover. Choose a variety of bird feeders and seed types to attract different bird species. Additionally, include bird-friendly plants and flowers that provide food and shelter for birds. Regularly clean and refill the feeders to maintain a welcoming environment for the birds.
Do robins eat from bird feeders?
Yes, robins typically do not eat from bird feeders as they prefer to forage for insects and worms on the ground.
What do people put in their yards to attract birds?
Bird feeders and bird baths.
What sort of birds use a bird feeder?
You can get different types of bird feeders. I have a wild bird seed feeder and peanut feeders, and they attract the blue tit and finches, but mainly blue tits
Does different bird feeders effect birds?
Yes there are modified bird feeders for many birds, for example a hummingbird feeder has small holes for their different beaks. There is no bird feeder for all birds.
What birds use bird feeders in the garden?
all birds eat from bird feeders its just getting them there without them being spooked so they will come back
What will deter hawks from bird feeders?
To deter hawks from bird feeders, you can create a safer environment for smaller birds by placing feeders in sheltered areas, such as near dense shrubs or trees, where birds can quickly escape from predators. Using feeders with protective roofs or designs that limit access can also help. Additionally, hanging shiny objects or using decoys of larger birds can create a sense of danger for hawks, encouraging them to stay away. Regularly changing the location of feeders can further reduce the risk of hawk predation.
Why shouldn't birdbaths or bird feeders be on the ground?
Predators.
Were do cardinal get their food?
Mostly from the ground and Bird feeders
