Black Forest Wild Bird Seed Feeder
Submitted by bestbird on Sat, 2008-01-12 22:10.
The Black Forest Feeder sports an elaborate leaf and twig design on the sides of the feeder. Two small birds are perched prominently on the shaped branches.
Ceramic Dragonfly Tube Bird Feeder - Lavendar
Submitted by bestbird on Tue, 2008-01-08 06:08.
This ceramic tube feeder features 4 detailed dragonflies. The cute little bird perched atop it will be a constant companion as real birds from all around gather to eat.
Dragonfly Vintage Metal Bird Feeder
Submitted by bestbird on Tue, 2008-01-08 05:53.
This bird feeder is truly inspiring, a work of art. The Dragonfly Vintage Metal Bird Feeder is attractive and classic.
Magnolia Blooming Hanging Bird Feeder
Submitted by bestbird on Mon, 2008-01-07 06:01.
You could feed your birds with any old bird feeder, but why would you want to? Feeding from the Magnolia Blooming Hanging Bird Feeder is an experience that they'll love.
Butterfly Vintage Metal Bird Feeder
Submitted by bestbird on Mon, 2008-01-07 05:24.
This is the Vintage Metal Butterly Bird Feeder. It is truly a work of art, with nature-based inspiration evident throughout. It is adorned with butterflies and vines that wrap themselves around the sides of the feeder.
Thistle Seed
Submitted by bestbird on Sun, 2007-02-25 15:05.Thistle, or sometimes called nyjer, is a good food source for small finches. Its high oil content makes it a great winter food. Although this type of seed can be expensive, the finches eagerly eat it.
ÂThis seed does not come from the wildflower thistle as the name implies. Thistle is generally imported into the US from India, Ethiopia, Myanmar and Nepal and is sterilized prior to entry. Sterilization does not affect the nutrition of the seed; it prevents the seed from germinating and growing into thistle plants in your yard.
Cracked Corn
Submitted by bestbird on Mon, 2007-02-12 22:52.One of the best foods to feed birds, especially in winter time, is cracked corn. Cracked corn is better for birds than whole corn cobs because the size suits them better. Corn cobs should be reserved for feeding squirrels and other animals. Be warned though, since many birds and critters like corn, you may get more wild life than you were hoping for.
ÂWhen feeding birds during the winter it is important to consider the nutrition of the food you put out. Corn has a little fat, some protein and a lot of carbohydrates to fuel a bird. During the winter months, those three components play a vital role in the survival of birds in colder climates.
Milk Carton Bird House
Submitted by bestbird on Fri, 2007-02-02 22:35.Tired of throwing your used milk cartons away? Here is a way to reuse it and make a home for your favorite feathered friends*. Kids can help with this project, but an adult should be present to help with the cutting.
Â- Completely open up the top of a milk carton.
- Rinse well and let dry completely.
- Close the top of the carton using staples or a strong tape, such as duct tape.
- With a pen or other sharp object, poke a few holes in the bottom of the carton to allow moisture to escape.
- Also poke some holes near the top to allow heat to escape.
- With a pen or pencil, make a mark 6 – 8 inches from the bottom of the carton.
- With a sharp knife or scissors, carefully cut a hole slightly larger than one inch where marked. Try to make the edges as smooth as possible to avoid bird injury.
- At the top of the carton, make a hole to thread wire or twine through to hang it on a branch.
- Hang it up and enjoy!
Most birds insist on making their own nest. If you would like to help them with this, please see the article, “Nesting Materials.â€
Sunflower Types
Submitted by bestbird on Sun, 2007-01-28 21:13.The striped sunflower seeds are also sometimes called “stripers.†The seeds are larger and thicker shelled than the black oil sunflower seeds. For that reason, this seed is more suitable for larger birds such as cardinals, jays, woodpeckers and grosbeaks. There are some smaller birds that can tear through the shell including chickadees, titmice and nuthatches. You can use striped sunflower seed as a distraction for larger birds to keep them away from feeders. Squirrels will also eat these seeds. These are the same seeds that are sold as snacks for us humans. The weight of the shells is approximately 40-50% (which means that only 50-60% of the weight can be actually consumed as food).
Owls
Submitted by bestbird on Wed, 2007-01-24 22:26.Owls can be a very beneficial neighbor to have. If you live somewhere with mature trees, chances are you have an owl in your area.
ÂWhile owls prefer the larger wooded areas, they have been known to live in the suburbs. You can’t really build a feeder for owls, as they eat small rodents, but there are some things that you can do to help attract them to your area. Keep in mind that owls are nocturnal, so you probably won’t ever see them, but you can hear them.
