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Tube Birdfeeders: To Cling or to Perch?
Versatile tube birdfeeders…but which kind?Tube feeders are made to hold either sunflower or mixed seeds, thistle or nyjer seed, whole peanuts, or shelled peanuts. Some birds perch and some birds cling, so it depends on who you’re looking to attract.
Clinging birds for example, like Chickadees, Nuthatches, Titmice, and Woodpeckers will frequent tube birdfeeders that offer shelled peanuts. They have strong feet, and are known as “polite” birds, because they tend to take one seed and fly away to eat, or store it. They’re most entertaining to watch with their aerobatic antics. and, as a group, clinging birds are quite desirable to have around your patio, deck, or even window!
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Some Very Wild Bird Feeders!
Bird Feeders Needn’t be Boring!
What better way to liven up dreary, winter landscapes in your your yard than with vibrant and fun wild bird feeders… you will bring your yard to life by attracting birds.
Backyard birding brings simple joys in actually noticing the nature that surrounds you everyday. In freezing winter months when other food sources are scarce, wild birds will flock to bird feeders in search of nutrition. Their antics and songs bring pleasure to even the most novice birder!
It’s simple to create wildlife-friendly habitat by offering food, water and shelter. With the use of bird feeders, bird houses and bird baths together, you can create a sanctuary and oasis that feathered friends will flock to and hang out!
Wild bird feeders are available in so many fun designs featuring vibrant colors and unique styles. The trick is to find one that is functional, with proper drainage, and easy maintenance. Feeders also make wonderful and long lasting gifts for any nature lover, and for any occasion too!
Please feed the birds!
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No Need to Clean Out a Wood Birdhouse Right Now!
Wish I’d seen this info a bit earlier….
like before removing the nest from my Bluebird house a few weeks ago! They say it’s called “Spring Cleaning” for a reason, and not wise to clean houses in fall. By leaving nesting materials in a wood birdhouse over cold winter months, it helps to reduce bird parasites by allowing the birds’ own natural defenses against them to develop.
Woodpeckers and others who do not gather their own nesting materials may be enticed to these nesting sites as well. So, next time you’re ready for spring cleaning…wait until spring!
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