• Uncategorized,  Window Bird Feeder

    Swell Recipe for Window Bird Feeders & Surprise of the Day!

    July 28, 2015 /

    Cardinal enjoying seed mix at recycled window bird feeder Experimenting with a home-made seed mix the other day, a double take was certainly in order as I glanced beyond the window feeder… discovering two of the biggest visitors ever!

    But first the delectable mix that so many bird species seem to adore, it’s perfect for tray style window bird feeders and any type of platform or dish feeder too. There’s no measuring and it mixes up easily in a gallon zip-lock bag. With a little something for everyone, many bird species have been spotted taste testing!

    • 1 No-Melt suet cake, finely crumbled (we use peanut or orange)
    • 2 handfuls of shelled peanuts
    • 2 handfuls of dried mealworms
    • 2 handfuls of sunflower hearts
    • Mix well by shaking bag vigorously

    The yummy mix is full of fat & protein, and we’ve seen chickadees, titmice, cat birds, Carolina wrens, bluebirds, woodpeckers and others trying it on for size. Approval seems unanimous, definitely a keeper!

    And the big visitors? Take a gander at these 4-legged birds! Living in a subdivision it’s not everyday one sees horses grazing freely, but that’s what was out there! Failing to snap a photo of them loose in the back because panic ensued and who to call was the task at hand. After reaching animal control services, I was most relieved to hear the horse’s people were indeed looking for them, and they arrived in minutes.  Off they went- end of excitement for the day, the pony sure was a little cutie, he’s the one who likely pushed the gate open too!Loose horses caught and headed home

     

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  • Bird Feeders,  Window Bird Feeder

    Best Cold Weather Offerings at Window Bird Feeders

    January 26, 2015 /

    csuet mixes are ideal for cold weather feeding and work in most window bird feedersRecently the question was posed by a customer on our Facebook page: “Any advice for keeping birds fat & happy through the coming cold snap?” Absolutely!

    Basically, birds need higher fat and carbohydrate type foods that are easier and/or faster to digest during frigid weather.

    Aside from topping off basic seed feeders, you can utilize window bird feeders and other platforms for these kinds of treats. Suet cakes broken into chunks, any kind of nuggets or crumbles, even home-made suet mixes and bluebird delight (recipes on our website) are ideal for open style window feeders.During cold weather, mix suet chunks with seed in your window feeder

    Water… don’t forget that fresh water’s extremely important when all natural sources have frozen. Birds will flock to a heated bath throughout the entire winter season!

    Since freezing weather always brings more birds around to feeders, you can easily set up a new feeding space or two without additional feeders per se. Offer more of those high fat, high carb Suet and peanut butter smeared on a tree trunk serves birds well in cold weatherfoods using suet or peanut butter smeared right on a tree trunk! Nuthatches, warblers, chickadees and every species of woodpecker will go for it in a snap. The extra calories serve them well helping to maintain body temperature and warmth overnight.

    While you’re toasty warm inside, please remember feathered friend’s survival tactics and help them out during frigid weather!

     

     

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  • Bird Feeders,  Bird Houses,  Edible Birdhouse,  Uncategorized,  Window Bird Feeder

    Edible Birdhouse Gift Keeps On Giving

    November 6, 2014 /

    Edible Birdhouse keeps on givingKudos to the company who makes this edible birdhouse, because that’s all they do… specialty wild bird treats. And birds will tell you they do the job right! The Birdies Bed Breakfast not only looks good for an awesome present, it keeps on giving too.

    Really like two gifts in one, a bird feeder at first, so the recipient gets an excuse to sit back, relax and enjoy watching some resident birds. It then becomes a real nesting site for spring. They may even catch someone roosting inside on a blustery day trying to escape the elements.

    With 1.5-inch entry, it’s perfect for bluebirds, chickadees, warblers, wrens and other favored songbirds. The full size wooden house beneath the quality seed may be stained or painted, or even left natural to weather over time. A sturdy hook’s attached for easy hanging… just keep it away from squirrels!

    Best to use edible birdhouses in sheltered areas as feeders, or with baffles or weather guards. They’ll feed more birds over a longer time if protected from harsh weather and pesky critters. Once the seed’s consumed, the house should be hung from a branch in a quiet part of the yard.

    Keep watch in early spring (sure hope it’s earlier than last year) when local birds start claiming nest sites and attracting mates to raise their young. Now, what mama bird wouldn’t be totally impressed with digs like these?

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