For some the constant sound of birdsong makes them feel closer to nature. Whether it be from the constant chatter, or something more inspiring such as the dawn chorus as the sun starts to rise. Many more would also like to listen in and enjoy these aspects of nature too, but have no idea about how to attract a variety of species to their garden. One easy way is with a bird feeder.
Despite what many claim, these are not just something to place outside in the winter months. Birds are known to seek out places where the food is plentiful. On finding such a place they will return there until the food source has been exhausted.
The species that you can attract will depend largely on the food that you put out. Also some birds will be able to access this food in ways that others can't. So maybe it is wise to do a little research before you start, and decide which species you would prefer to attract.
One thing that will need careful consideration is where will you position your feeding station. More people prefer to have it sited so that it can be observed from the comfort of indoors. Try to position it so that it will be out of the way of any cats. Finally place it somewhere that you can get to easily, this will make filling it up so much simpler.
The fall is an ideal time to become a feeding station. The normal food supply will start to become harder to find. By providing this new food source you will be able to watch a constant stream of arrivals. One thing that ought to be stressed is that water should also be made available. You will be entertained by the various antics as the season changes into winter.
If the winter is long and drawn out your feeding station really does help. A good all round feed is often a wild seed mix, yet it should be pointed out that not every species will find these suitable. Other good food sources for them are suet blocks, fat balls or raw peanuts.
These suet balls can be hung in a different part of the garden. This way the different species will tolerate each other, and you get a greater variety to observe. Remember to clean these feeding stations on a regular basis otherwise it is possible for infections to be passed on.
There are a couple of disadvantages to becoming a feeding point. One is that the birds natural predators will soon realise that there is always a wide variety of birds in your garden. They might just decide that your garden has suddenly become a good hunting ground. You will also find that you will receive the attentions of other unwanted visitors, such as rodents. Mice will be happy with spilt seed, but squirrels can be more of a problem. There are squirrel proof feeders available now.
So setting up a bird feeder in your own back garden can be highly rewarding. Even during the summer months as the birds have been used to coming to your garden for food, they will still appear. Now they will be eating the insects, such as mosquitoes, from the immediate vicinity.
Despite what many claim, these are not just something to place outside in the winter months. Birds are known to seek out places where the food is plentiful. On finding such a place they will return there until the food source has been exhausted.
The species that you can attract will depend largely on the food that you put out. Also some birds will be able to access this food in ways that others can't. So maybe it is wise to do a little research before you start, and decide which species you would prefer to attract.
One thing that will need careful consideration is where will you position your feeding station. More people prefer to have it sited so that it can be observed from the comfort of indoors. Try to position it so that it will be out of the way of any cats. Finally place it somewhere that you can get to easily, this will make filling it up so much simpler.
The fall is an ideal time to become a feeding station. The normal food supply will start to become harder to find. By providing this new food source you will be able to watch a constant stream of arrivals. One thing that ought to be stressed is that water should also be made available. You will be entertained by the various antics as the season changes into winter.
If the winter is long and drawn out your feeding station really does help. A good all round feed is often a wild seed mix, yet it should be pointed out that not every species will find these suitable. Other good food sources for them are suet blocks, fat balls or raw peanuts.
These suet balls can be hung in a different part of the garden. This way the different species will tolerate each other, and you get a greater variety to observe. Remember to clean these feeding stations on a regular basis otherwise it is possible for infections to be passed on.
There are a couple of disadvantages to becoming a feeding point. One is that the birds natural predators will soon realise that there is always a wide variety of birds in your garden. They might just decide that your garden has suddenly become a good hunting ground. You will also find that you will receive the attentions of other unwanted visitors, such as rodents. Mice will be happy with spilt seed, but squirrels can be more of a problem. There are squirrel proof feeders available now.
So setting up a bird feeder in your own back garden can be highly rewarding. Even during the summer months as the birds have been used to coming to your garden for food, they will still appear. Now they will be eating the insects, such as mosquitoes, from the immediate vicinity.
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