Bird Feeders

Lynng_countrygirl asked:


I have bird feeders in my yard to feed the tiny little birds that fly about, especially this time of year when it’s really cold. The problem I am having is that there are alot of crow / black birds in our area and they are absolutely relentless when it comes to the bird feeders. I really don’t care for these black birds at all. They eat or destroy all the food for the little birds in a short amount of time. Does any one have a sensible solution to this bird problem, besides shooting the black birds. We have plenty of woods and fields for these black birds to hang out in….Not my bird feeders!

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Dave McLeod asked:


Does this sound familiar? You’ve just filled your bird feeders and you’re successfully attracting a variety of songbirds to your backyard. But that’s not all you’re attracting: hordes of marauding squirrels are threatening to eat you, or at least the birds, out of house and home. With the price of birdseed these days, you can’t afford to feed those ravenous rodents, so what can you do to squirrel proof your bird feeders?

The best way to discourage squirrels is to make it difficult for them to access your bird feeders. A very effective method is to protect the feeders with a baffle. Squirrels can climb smooth poles and run along narrow clotheslines, but they cannot get by a strategically placed baffle. A conical or tube-shaped baffle, which is positioned approximately four feet off the ground, can protect a feeder that is mounted on a pole. A feeder that hangs from a line or tree will benefit from a top-mount baffle. When using baffles, you should ensure that the feeder is positioned at least 12 feet away from walls, fences, and tree trunks to prevent the squirrels from jumping to the feeder.

Another effective strategy is to buy a bird feeder that has been designed to be squirrel-proof or, at least, squirrel-resistant. There are a couple of variations on this theme. One style has a feeder surrounded by a cage that allows small birds in, but keeps squirrels and large birds out. This style is great for small song birds such as chickadees, finches, siskins and red polls, but could prevent some desirable species, such as cardinals, from feeding.

A second style of squirrel-proof feeder is weight-sensitive. When something heavy, such as a squirrel or a large bird, lands on the feeder, its weight causes the feeding stations to close, thereby preventing the critter from feeding. There are a number of models on the market, some of which are more effective than others. One of the best is the Squirrel Buster Plus, a bird feeder with features too numerous to mention. It comes with a lifetime factory warranty and is guaranteed squirrel-proof.

If you don’t want to upgrade your bird feeding equipment, you can try thwarting squirrels by using blends of birdseed that they find distasteful. This an area where you need to exercise some caution. Some brands contain products, such as cayenne pepper, which can harm the birds. However, there are brands that simply have seeds which  squirrels will avoid, but which birds will still enjoy.

Finally, you can try keeping squirrels away from your bird feeders by distracting them. For example, you can install a box feeder filled with corn kernels or hang a corncob “trapper” for the squirrels to feed from. If your squirrels have their very own feeder, situated well away from any bird feeders, they may stick to their own turf and leave the birdseed alone.

There is no question that squirrels can be a nuisance around bird feeders and a costly one at that. However, keep in mind that squirrels are just being themselves. You shouldn’t let your desire to keep squirrels away from your bird feeders result in any harm to them. Don’t use poison or traps that will kill. Don’t use sticky material that can soil squirrel fur and bird feathers. Never add cayenne pepper to your birdseed (if a squirrel gets it in the eyes, the resulting misery and scratching may result in blindness).

Whatever you do, don’t give up on feeding the birds. It is possible to squirrel proof a bird feeder. Squirrels may be intelligent but, with careful thought, it’s not hard to foil them. After all, we’re smarter, right?



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tyler f asked:


How do i attract cardinals to my bird feeders????????

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Chantelle Simoes asked:


People used to frown on the practice of feeding wild birds, saying that it took away the birds’ natural behavior to migrate South for the winters. But it is proven that bird feeding does not harm wild birds and does not deter them from their natural instinct of migrating. People don’t realize that not all birds migrate. There are some wild birds that don’t migrate, they live in one area and can withstand the cold winters till spring comes along. Cardinals and Woodpeckers are just some of the birds species that don’t migrate. When food from the forests is scarce they depend on bird seed for their survival. There are a variety of bird feeders to consider if you decide to put one up in your garden.

There are one time use bird feeders which are completely edible and can be hung up on a tree branch and be picked apart and eaten by birds till there is nothing left. There are also reusable ones such as the tube bird feeders which have slots and openings that you can fill different bird seed into. Bird feeders can be hung or placed on a flat surface like a table or porch or even put up in a window. Bird Seed Trays are found on most tube feeders in order to catch the falling seed that drops while they are feeding.

If you prefer putting a more nutritious variety for the wild birds that come visit your garden, you can also put mealworms for them to eat. Mealworms are eaten by Cardinals, woodpeckers, robins, and bluebirds. Mealworms provide protein to a wild bird’s diet and keeps them healthy during the seasons when other food is scarce. Make sure you have a separate meal worm feeder placed in your garden from the seed feeder. There are some birds who prefer eating just the seed so it is important to keep the Dried Mealworms on a separate meal worm feeder. If you want to attract different varieties of birds in your garden you can put out a wild bird seed feeder. A wild seed feeder can include all kinds of seeds that different birds enjoy eating.

Most bird watchers will notice that squirrels create a lot of problems when they realize bird seed is available in your yard. Squirrels can destroy your bird feeder, scare away the birds and eat all of the bird seed while creating a big mess. There are a lot of new bird feeders that are specially made to prevent squirrels from accessing the seed. These bird feeders are called Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders. Squirrel proof bird feeders usually have a perch that can support the weight of a bird but will not be able to support the weight of the squirrel. When a squirrel tries to stand on the perch to access the bird seed the perch tips making it impossible for the squirrel to stay stable and feed.

Enjoy your garden and let the wildlife enjoy it too. Keep out bird seed for the birds to enjoy and you will get to experience nature at its best. There are so many choices of bird feeders and so many different kinds of bird seed. Putting out bird seed will attract and give you a chance to see bird species that you were probably thought were rare.



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Ronnie Booth asked:


Birding enthusiasts find all kinds of ways to attract birds to their gardens and backyards. They often use bird feeders of various sizes and shapes, filled with a variety of food and other things to attract many different species of birds.

A bird bath is another common fixture, providing a place for passing birds to perch and drink in peace.

One of the best ways of attracting birds is to provide them with a place to nest - they will keep returning instead of just stopping on their way past. You can buy pre-made bird houses or kits that you assemble yourself. If you’re handy you can even build your own from scratch.

If you’re thinking of using a bird house kit the first thing to consider is how it will be used. Is it going to be a permanent fixture in your yard or do you want it to be more portable? And what types of birds are you hoping to attract with it?

Some kits are made for single birds, others for more than one. Some are hung while others can be mounted on a fence or a post of some sort. Taking the time to plan ahead will make your birding experience much more satisfying.

If you’re buying a ready-to-assemble kit, the wood will all be pre-measured and cut and all the other hardware will also be included. The entrance holes will be pre-cut and the mounting holes will be prepared for you. These kits are generally made from cedar as it is a good weather-resistant wood.

You may find the surfaces are rough or possibly primed, ready for a finish coat of paint. Painting the bird house is often half the fun. You can go simple, with a color that attracts the type of birds you want or you can go with a fancier paint job, making it a nice addition to your garden.



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Anna Price asked:


With just a little effort it is possible to turn your garden into a haven for wild birds. Things to think about are accessories such as bird tables, bird baths and bird feeders, plants, providing food and shelter for birds and keeping predators away.

A well stocked bird table should be the focal point of any bird friendly garden. You can buy bird tables in many different designs so you should be able to find one to suit your garden. Traditionally bird tables were made of wood but they now come in other materials such as metal, plastic and even glass which are easier to clean and will last longer.

Make sure your bird table is positioned somewhere quiet so the birds are not disturbed when they are feeding and site it away from bushes and shrubs where predators like cats and squirrels can lurk.

You can put all sorts of food out on bird tables such as kitchen scraps like animal fats, cheese, fruit, rice, bread and peanuts. You can also buy ready made bird food mixes some of which are designed to attract a particular species of birds.

A bird feeder is a great addition or alternative to a bird table especially if you don’t have much room in your garden or only have a balcony. Again think about where you hang your bird feeder so that the birds can feed in peace and predators can not attack.

You can buy bird feeders which hold seeds or fats or it is quite simple to make a your own by filling an old plastic bottle with melted fat mixed with seeds and other ingredients. Making a bird feeder is a great way of getting children involved and teaching them about nature and the environment.

A bird bath will provide much needed water for bathing and drinking and is especially important in the dry summer months and the winter when the birds’ usual supply of water may be frozen over. It is important to clean your bird bath regularly to prevent the build up of algae and parasites that could be harmful to birds.

You should never use antifreeze or other additives to thaw water in a bird bath.

Over recent years home improvements have meant the decline of natural nesting places such as holes in buildings particularly in urban areas so a bird box will provide somewhere for birds to nest as well as shelter in the winter. It may take a couple of seasons before birds use a new nest box for breeding so put it out in the autumn so they have time to get used to it.

You can buy different types of nest boxes for different species of birds; you may want to consider getting some special “sparrow flats” as these are one of the species of birds that have declined in recent years in the UK.

Plants will not only provide fruit for birds but will attract insects that thrushes and blackbirds feed off. Plant berry-bearing shrubs like rowan and holly and flowering plants like sunflowers and teasel and leave the stems long to provide shelter too.

If you have a problem with cats chasing or even killing birds in your garden then you can buy special cat deterrents in the form of ultrasonic devices, sprinklers, scented pellets and fence protectors.

By turning your garden into a mini nature reserve for birds you will be doing your bit to help local wildlife and get the enjoyment of seeing wild birds close up.

You can find out more about creating a bird friendly garden at British Bird Lovers.



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Joseph Kortez asked:


Warm weather means a multitude of things for many different people. For Audubon enthusiasts out there, the springtime means the return of many different kinds of birds. As the weather once again becomes sunny and warm, our avian friends once again return to our skies, and greet them with their many songs. Of course, if you’re a fan of the feathered creatures, adding a bird feeder can be the best thing that you can add to your patio.

A well-placed bird feeder can invite your flying friends to come down for a visit, enjoy a meal, and catch up for a while before they move on to wherever their adventures may take them. But with so many out there, how can you tell which one is right for you? Will an open bird feeder encourage your feathered friends to stop in, or is a suet feeder right for you? Knowing the correct bird feeder for each situation will give you the most enjoyment throughout the year.

The key in selecting a bird feeder is knowing the advantages in each birdfeeder type, and how they can be of benefit to you. For instance, a tray or platform feeder will welcome birds of all kinds, because it is a large and open space. All it takes is clever placement, and a tray full of birdseed. However, birds will not be the only ones coming to visit: depending on what you put in, squirrels and chipmunks could provide competition for birds getting the best of your feeder.

A good bird feeder to protect your seed from other animals in the wild is the hopper-style feeder. This is a simple feeder that works similar to the tray feeder, with the exception that a hopper between two openings protects the seed from pests. The great thing about this feeder is the fact it will dispense seed as you run low, and will also encourage birds of all sizes to visit. However, these types of feeders can retain moisture after a rain, causing unused seed to mold, resulting in wasted seed.

If smaller birds are more your kind of game, consider utilizing a tube bird feeder. Tube bird feeders hang several perches and openings along a hollow tube, that dispenses the seed as the birds eat. This type of feeder welcomes many different birds to come visit your patio at once, as well as replenishes itself as time goes on. However, this kind of bird feeder only welcomes the smaller birds out there because of the perch size - reducing the amount of birds that will come and visit throughout the season.

Depending on the birds you want to attract, another option to consider is the suet cage bird feeder. This style is geared towards attracting bigger birds to your deck. To build, place suet inside a specially-built cage, and hang from your patio, deck, or a nearby tree. Birds will be attracted to the suet mixture, and will be drawn like moths to a flame. While this option will discourage smaller birds to come feed from your bird house, other bigger birds (such as chickadees, woodpeckers, and even nuthatches) will want to feed from your bird diner.

Despite popular belief, choosing the right bird feeder for your patio is not for the birds. Rather, it is a well thought out investment that will help bridge the gap between the great outdoors, and where your patio begins. Buy purchasing the right one for you, encouraging birds to come and enjoy the good weather with you will give you another option to enjoy what Mother Nature has in store throughout the yea



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Janet Ashby asked:


You can use bird feeders and bird baths to attract wild birds to your garden but if you also plant a bird garden you can increase the attractiveness of your garden enormously.

Trees, shrubs and flowers can provide shelter from predators and the winter cold and provide natural food for the birds for the whole year. Providing a safe environment with a natural source of food will make your wild bird visitors feel safe and they will visit often. Your garden may already provide some natural food but small changes can easily increase the availability of the food and make your garden even more attractive.

Plan your Bird Garden

Find out which birds are common in your area and base your plan around them. You can find out from the local library or bird society or by watching birds that are attracted to bird feeders in your area. Include native plants in your plan as they are most likely to thrive and will provide suitable natural food for the birds.

Make your basic plan and include trees, power lines, buildings, paths, shrubs etc and ensure you plan sunny as well as shady areas. Fond out of there are any native plants that can be left to grow in your new garden. Have the soil tested before you start to find out the type of soil you have and any deficiencies that may be present. You can then add nutrients or minerals to restore the soil quality first and also ensure you buy plants suitable for the type of soil.

You will need a source of fresh, running water in your bird garden. This could be a pond with a fountain, a bird bath with a dripper or a spray in the trees. Plan to place a bird bath away from any bird feeders as birds need quiet for bathing away from the noise of birds feeding. A good place is away from any hiding places for cats or other predators under overhanging branches to allow the birds to escape into the branches if a predator approaches.

Plant Your Bird Garden

You should plant shrubs, trees and flowers that provide seeds, nuts, berries or nectar the whole year round in your bird garden. Trees need to have enough branches to support nests but not be so thick they prevent the birds from freely moving through them. Sketch in the plants on your plan and ensure you have some sunny areas and some shady areas. Take into consideration the size the shrubs and trees will eventually grow to and decide how many you can fit into the area.

When you begin to plant your garden involve the whole family. They will enjoy the fun! It’s a good idea to take plenty of photographs to document your progress. Taking pictures of the same spot throughout the seasons can give a lovely record of all you have achieved.

Maintaining Your Garden

You will need to plan on time to maintain your garden. Keep the area round your new plants moist and use a mulch to help retain the moisture and discourage weeds. This will also help to maintain the garden without the use of harsh insecticides or herbicides which should be avoided. Many are poisonous to the birds and they will also cut down on the number of insects that are a major part of the food source of many birds.

Place bird feeders around your garden, hanging from trees or posts and place a bird bath away from the feeders but visible from your window so you can enjoy your bird visitors while they bathe.

It may be many months before you see the results of your hard work but once your garden is thriving you will be rewarded by the many wild birds visiting your bird garden.



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steve white asked:


The Squirrel Boss Bird Feeder was designed with change in mind. For years, people have resorted to scaring squirrels off their feeders by banging pots, rapping on windows, using slingshots, water hoses and many other ineffective methods to keep critters from stealing birdseed. Each time, the squirrels come right back to annoy everyone. It’s frustrating because they simply wish to enjoy the peaceful pleasure of backyard bird feeding.

The most common designs for squirrel proof feeders involve wire cages to deny large animals or birds access to the inside birdseed chambers. Weight activated squirrel proof bird feeders use the critter’s own weight as the means of activating a mechanism that shuts down openings where birdseed is obtained. In each of these two popular methods, the offending squirrels will spend time on the feeders, trying gain access to the birdseed inside. As long as the squirrels are hanging and chewing on the feeders, the birds are kept away.

The main difference between the Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder and the designs of other squirrel proof bird feeders is the immediate action of the feeder. The Squirrel Boss provides an instant response to keeping squirrels off the feeder. You simply grab your remote control, aim it at the feeder and with a simple press of the button, the squirrel receives a mild, static, harmless shock. The remote control has a range of up to 200 feet. The voltage is not harmful to squirrels, in accordance with the N.F.P.A.(National Fire Protection Agency) National Electric Codes. You are simply teaching an animal to stay away from an object that contains birdseed.

The power to accomplish this stinging action is in the solar roof. The Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder incorporates new design features such as solar power with tempered glass and stainless steel feeding stations. These are all industry recommended materials for long lasting outdoor products.

Admittedly, solar products have had an inferior reputation. Many people have tried the latest solar products on the market. Solar fountains that last only one year. Solar lights for our walkways that last, at most, two years. The Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder company offers a lifetime warranty on the solar powered roof. The feeder tube also has a lifetime warranty for squirrel chewing.

If you do not have a sunny location for the solar roof to operate fully, you can still use this feeder. Every Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder comes with an A/C charger. The charge usually lasts about 10 days. A non-solar roof is provided so that you can use the feeder while the solar roof is charging.

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