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The type of bird feeders people place in their yards determines what species are attracted to the area. Hopper bird feeders can hold a large amount of seed and often have a roof or structure that mimics a house or barn.
The type of bird feeders people place in their yards determines what species are attracted to the area. Funnel-shaped bird feeders can hold a large amount of seed and often have a roof or structure that mimics a house or barn.
Birds are wonderful creatures that can make lawns and gardens more peaceful. Providing treats in addition to the food that birds naturally find in the wild ensures close and personal interactions with dozens of species living nearby.
Bird feeders are especially important in cold climates and during the winter months when food is scarce. Feeding birds helps them survive the winter and continue breeding in the spring. Feeding birds isn’t just for the birds. Ashley Dayer, an associate professor of fish and wildlife conservation at Virginia Tech, says feeding birds is good for people, too, because it encourages empathy for the animals.
The type of bird feeders people put in their yards determines what types of birds will come. Here are the different types of bird feeders to consider.
Suet cakes are a high-energy food source that attract birds such as woodpeckers and nuthatches. They are especially useful during colder months or in areas where birds need extra fat for energy. These cage-like feeders are attached around a rectangular suet cake and hung from a pole or tree.
A ground feeder is a simple tray with a mesh bottom, placed a few inches off the ground or on a deck, which helps prevent seeds and grains from coming into contact with manure. Ground feeders are a favorite of birds such as snow buntings, sparrows, goldfinches, and cardinals.
These feeders come in a variety of shapes, from tubes to discs, and are very attractive to hummingbirds. They are often painted red to attract the fast-flying hummingbirds.
Small birds like goldfinches love to eat niger seeds, which are tiny seeds from the black thistle plant. These feeders are tubular mesh stockings designed to hold the seeds. The small feeding hole prevents seed loss and caters to the needs of finches with small beaks.
Many people think of these feeders when they picture bird feeders. Funnel-shaped bird feeders hold a large amount of seed and often have a roof or structure that mimics a house or barn. The closed design helps keep the seed dry, making this hanging feeder probably the best for people living in rainy areas. Funnel-shaped feeders will attract blue jays, starlings, cardinals, and blackbirds.
Tube feeders will attract a variety of birds. They are cylindrical in shape and have various openings for birds to sit and feed in.
These types of bird feeders can be installed in windows, allowing homeowners to observe birds up close. Smart bird feeders are equipped with cameras that can send bird feeding information to a smartphone or computer via an app. Some can even identify the species of bird at the feeder at any time.
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Post time: Dec-25-2024