Hummingbird Nectar: Dos and Don'ts

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Kelsey Waddell
November 07, 2024

Hello, fellow bird enthusiasts! Today, we're focusing on some common mistakes people make when feeding hummingbirds and how you can attract these dazzling visitors safely and effectively to your garden.

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Stories Of The Day:

10 Common Hummingbird Feeding Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Hummingbird feeding mistakes mean the difference between a bountiful birding session and a sad, quiet backyard. Fortunately, these mistakes are easy to avoid with a little practice. While you may know of common issues like

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How To Keep Bees Away From Hummingbird Feeders: 7 Top Tips!

In an organic garden, we can often take a live-and-let-live approach, welcoming all the creatures that share our space. Bees and wasps are crucial pollinators that play an important role in the local ecology, so

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Tip Of The Day

When preparing hummingbird nectar, always use a ratio of 1 part sugar to 4 parts water, and avoid using honey, artificial sweeteners, or red dye. Boil the water to dissolve the sugar, and let it cool before filling your feeder to ensure the best health and safety for the birds.

8 Mistakes in Choosing Hummingbird Feeders (and How to Avoid Them)

Making your backyard irresistible to hummingbirds is the dream of many birders. However, there are common mistakes in choosing hummingbird feeders that can make this process pretty difficult! Did you choose the right color to

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Quote Of The Day

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Until Next Time…

Thank you for joining us as we work towards creating a safe haven for our feathered friends. Until next time, may your feeders be busy and your garden full of life.

- Wild Bird Scoop Team