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Some Very Cool Built In Seed Trays
The evolution of backyard birding is a beautiful thing…innovative products that just keep outdoing the old models and keep getting better and better. Bird feeders that allow full view of all birds at once, with easy filling and cleaning features, taking into account the health of the bird populations feeding from them.
This weather-proof feeder’s innovative design keeps seed absolutely 100% dry – by having birds feed from below the ports, which are well sheltered by a rain guard. The built in seed tray serves as a perch, allowing more birds to feed at once. It also catches any spilled birdseed. Whether built in, or as an addition to a feeder, seed trays serve both birds and humans well. They offer additional feeding space for some birds who may not even perch at the feeder. And keep ground conditions more sanitary and healthy for the general bird population by thwarting the growth of bacteria and the spread of disease. For human kind, they catch spilled seed saving you the hassle of unsightly weeds and brown patches below feeders. They’ll also save money in the long run too. If you’ve haven’t tried one and are tired of the ground mess below feeders, it’s definitely worth the small investment.
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A Seed Tray Can Create More Feeding Space
It doesn’t matter if it’s pole-mounted under a feeder, or attached to a hanging feeder, a seed tray offers many benefits to both wild birds and their human feeding friends alike!
First, you’ll eliminate the mess below the bird feeder. If on a deck or patio, this is a huge help. If the feeder is in the garden, the seed tray will catch fallen seed to eliminate those ugly, sprouting weeds from popping up, and the dreaded dead patches of grass.
For feathered friends, you’ll be creating an extra feeding space, and may get to see some different species who won’t actually perch at the feeder itself to eat. You’ll save money in the long run too with less birdseed going to waste.
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Some Forums Better than Bird Books
Recently I was milling through some birding forums, and was pleasantly surprised to find some great information there! I mean real, useful, and practical tips for backyard birders.
Here’s a great idea you won’t find in bird books:
A person wrote of a great solution to the too-well known problem with tube feeders. The seed condenses and clogs at the bottom…happens all the time. This person took their bird feeder apart and placed a few ping pong balls in the bottom. Sounds kinda crazy but solves the problem of clogged tube feeders!
The seed disperses around the balls instead of clumping up at the bottom of the feeder…genius!