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Birding 101
Water
Still water (birdbath/dish feeder) – simple, shallow, easy to clean
Moving water (water wiggler) – creates general ripples to prevent freezing/repel mosquitos
Flowing water – sound of a fountain or water feature draws birds from greater distances
Feeders
Perch/platform size determines size of birds attracted to the feeder
Ports – dispenses the seed (feeders with a variety of seed will attract a variety of birds)
Food
Suet and seed mixes with nuts, berries, and sunflower are a great value and attract more desirable birds
Black oil sunflower and safflower are favorites
Suet
- Tallow combined with seeds, nuts, and berries
- High in fat/calories
- Especially useful during nesting, breeding, and cold weather
- Favorite of woodpeckers
Sunflower
- Most premium seed
- Favorite of a wide variety of birds
Safflower
- High quality white seed
- High in protein, fat, and fiber
- Squirrels will avoid it
- Popular with songbirds
Thistle/Nyjer
- Tiny, black seeds
- High oil content
- Popular with finches
Wild Bird Blends
- Premium options contain higher ratio of preferred seeds
- Variety of seeds attract a variety of birds
Nectar
- Red for hummingbirds
- Orange for orioles
Mealworms
- Excellent source of protein, calcium, and vitamins
- Natural food source for insect-eating birds (chickadees, bluebirds, robins, cardinals, etc.)
Bird Houses
- Hang at least 5’ off the ground, 8-10’ away from predator jumping points, 20’ from feeders/water sources
- Size of opening is specific to the type of bird
- Drainage holes and vents help keep nest dry/ventilated
- Hang in lower traffic areas protected from the elements
Seasons
Winter
- Feed with high fact/oil content (black oil sunflower/suet) helps birds stay warm
Spring
- Provide shelter/nesting materials to invite birds to stay and recover their energy after migrating
Summer
- Adding fruit, jelly, and nectar to feed will attract a greater variety
- Dried mealworms help bluebirds and grosbeaks feed hungry nestlings
- Provide water source to help birds stay cool/hydrated
Fall
- Keep feeders full/clean fir birds to use to build up their fat reserves for energy to migrate
Critter Prevention
- Distract critters/pests with feeders away from the bird feeders filled with peanuts, corn, or critter mixes