Hello World! Welcome Friends! Scientists have estimated that there are at least 50 billion total wild birds in the world today, whereas there are only about 7.95 billion humans around the globe. This means that there are about 6 birds for every human!
With the right bird feeder, you’ll be able to see far more than your fair share of flying friends, attracting them to your home by providing them with food. However, choosing the right bird feeder to maximize your number of visitors requires some forethought.
Keep reading for several key considerations when choosing a bird feeder.
How to Choose the Right Bird Feeder
The three most important things to consider when selecting a bird feeder are your environment, your level of commitment to maintenance, and what type of birds you want to attract. Below are the main types of feeders, as well as how they relate to these considerations.
Tray Feeder
A simple, open tray to place seeds, this feeder will attract all sorts of birds and plenty of them! However, tray feeders require regular maintenance because bird droppings can get mixed in with the food. Moreover, inclement weather will quickly spoil the feed.
Tube Feeder
This form of feeder is a cylindrical storage tube for seeds, with openings or screens and perches for smaller birds to feed. Tube feeders are highly popular, and require little maintenance, as a fair amount of seeds can be stored at once.
That being said, you will want to check the feeder after rain or snow. If water gets into the holes, the moisture can spoil the food.
Hopper Feeder
Also known as a “house feeder” due to the protective roof, these feeders are bigger on the top and narrow towards the bottom, where a tray allows birds to perch and eat. This feeder is one of the most protected from the elements and requires minimal maintenance.
It is also the ideal type of feeder to attract cardinals. Check out https://www.birdinformer.com/best-cardinal-bird-feeders/ for the best cardinal bird feeder.
Nectar Feeder
A cylindrical feeder designed to hold nectar, with small ports for hummingbirds to dip their beaks in and extract the nectar. This type of feeder is very low maintenance, and since there are over 330 species of hummingbirds, you can entertain yourself by counting the types you see!
Nyjer Feeder
Typically made of mesh, a Nyjer feeder is designed specifically to hold Nyjer seeds. This is the best bird feeder for attracting finches.
However, you do need to make sure the seeds stay fresh, as finches do not enjoy dry seeds. Moreover, mold can grow inside, especially during wet weather.
Start Bird Watching Today!
Now that you have all the information needed to select your ideal bird feeder, look up which birds are local to your area, so you can make the optimal choice. Then, get shopping!
Providing the birds in your community with food is a simple way to support our flying friends. You also get to enjoy watching them, without the cruelty of locking them in a cage.
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