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Should Bird Feeders Always Be Kept Full?

Posted on December 17, 2021December 17, 2021 by Nancie

Last Updated on December 17, 2021 by Nancie

Filling Feeders: Should you keep your bird feeder full at all times? Or should you only add seed when it is completely empty? I’ve been experimenting a bit with this and my conclusion is that how full you should keep your feeder depends on feeder type and sometimes weather. You can also somewhat control the feeder area’s bird density by adjusting seed availability among several feeders.

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes

More Expensive Birdseed

Posted on September 26, 2021May 28, 2023 by Nancie

Last Updated on May 28, 2023 by Nancie

Birdseed More Expensive This Winter? — Birdseed

Birdseed has gotten more expensive. According to the National Audubon society, the drought that hit the US West and Great Plains last year reportedly heavily impacted seed crops causing birdseed prices to rise. So what can we bird watchers do? Here are a few strategies to cope with rising birdseed prices.

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes

Taking Care of Summer Birdbaths

Posted on August 12, 2021August 13, 2021 by Nancie

Last Updated on August 13, 2021 by Nancie

Studio M Birdbath surrounded by Black-eyed Susan Flowers

It’s HOT outside and your summer birdbath is much appreciated by backyard birds. Be sure to take a few minutes every day to take care of your summer birdbath so it is full and the water is clean.