Tips For Feeding Birds In Winter

Feeding birds in winter can be enjoyable and rewarding in the midst of harsh weather. By knowing which birds are nearby in the wintertime and what they like to eat, both new and knowledgeable yard birders make the most of their feeders during the cold months of the year.

Bird Species
Depending on the landscape, climate, and geography of your yard and your region, you can be visited by dozens of various backyard bird species during the winter. The most well-known winter birds are titmice, finches, jays, sparrows, cardinals, woodpeckers, and chickadees. However, other birds might appear at the enticing, full feeders.

Since natural food sources can be erratic in winter, there is always the chance of a very exciting and unpredicted visitor if feeders are available.

Bird Feeders
To attract the largest number of species in the winter, it is vital to have plenty of different bird feeders available. While bird feeders like hopper and platform designs are popular, the feeders you use during the wintertime must have numerous characteristics in common.

Protect Seed Covers
Feeders are helpful in the cold months if they have a vast cover over perches, feeding ports, and dispensing trays so seeds aren’t buried during storms or snowfalls. Fly-through platform feeders are crafted for bird feeding in the wintertime.

The cover should go many inches over the edge of the feeder to guarantee protection from severe storms. If your favorite feeder doesn't have a built-in cover, baffles can be added to keep ice and snow away.

Placement for Good Shelter
Preferably, winter bird feeders should be put in sheltered places out of the harshest winds. Putting feeders nearer the house will be effective and will aid in keeping the birds seen for bird watching indoors. Contact Buffalo Stump Removal if you want to know what place in your yard is the best place for your bird feeder.

At the same time, feeders must be put close to protective coverings such as hedges or a brush pile to keep birds safe from enemies. To reduce window collisions, put feeders around five feet away from a window or wall, using window clings or other methods to help birds avoid the glass.

When picking birdseed and other foods for winter feeding of birds, think about which types of birds are nearby in the winter and what foods they enjoy, preventing excess wasted seed.

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