The Blue Jay and the Crow have the reputation of being the sentinels for danger in the world of birds. When a flock of noisy Jays come into your feeding area, most birds scatter or bead for cover. Many think it is the Jay itself that causes this. Occasionally they may sound the alarm to…
Thank you very much! I received the parts specified yesterday and the finch feeder is back in action. I must take a moment to compliment the fine service of the Wild Bird Habitat Store. Obviously, I appreciate the warranty backing, but I sense that your customer care philosophy involves more than warranty support. As a…
Suet Feeders Suet bird feeders using either commercial suets, or suet from your local meat market, provide a great source of year round protein. Placed on or near a tree this feeder will attract Nut Hatches, Brown Creepers, Chickadees, and a variety of woodpeckers. Wrens will occasionally feed on the suet as well. Suet is…
Platform Bird Feeder Elevated platform bird feeders are another of the non-exclusive bird feeders. It does not exclude any birds. Large and small birds alike can access it very easily along with some birds that typically feed on the ground. A non-exclusive bird feeder that is very versatile. Can be hung or mounted on a…
Hopper Bird Feeders This is a good all around feeder for attracting a variety of both large and small backyard feeder birds. It is considered a non-exclusive bird feeder since it does not exclude any birds. If the feeding area is large enough occasionally ground feeding birds will feed on this type of feeder, especially…
Nyjer Thistle Tube Bird Feeder A very specialized feeder for Nyjer thistle or finch mixes which primarily attracts birds of the finch family such as Goldfinch, House Finch, Purple Finch and Pine Siskin. Indigo Buntings will feed on these feeders if those birds are in your area. A tube feeder that is designed for feeding…
Seed Tube Bird Feeders Open port seed tube bird feeders are considered exclusive bird feeders meaning, they exclude many larger birds. These feeders primarily attract a variety of smaller birds. However, when a seed saver tray is added, it will allow larger birds a place to perch and feed. Exclusive bird feeder. Excludes larger birds….
Project Beak Bird education and awareness for kids. Lots of fun activities to play while learning about birds. Educators area included. Kidwings.Com This site was designed to teach young and old about the wonders of birds. The most exciting part of the site is the Virtual Owl Pellet Dissection. Many interactive activities await you. What…
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Post Mounted Squirrel Baffles 1. Select a location that is at least 7’ to 8’ from any structure that a squirrel could climb up and jump over from – garden walls, sheds, stumps, deck railings, etc. The best baffle in the world will not work if your squirrels have a “Plan B”! 2. Make sure…
Attracting orioles to your backyard is relatively easy provided you follow a few tips that have proven to be successful. Orioles begin arriving across the middle-United States about April 25th. Timing is very important when trying to attract them to various feeders. Migrating at night they are normally cold, tired and hungry upon their arrival….