These Tips Will Keep Your Bird Feeders Busy!

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Kelsey Waddell
January 24, 2025

Hello, bird-loving friends! Today, we're diving into the world of bird feeding and exploring some common mistakes that might be keeping our feathered visitors away.

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Stories Of The Day:

9 Seasonal Bird Feeding Mistakes Everyone Makes (and How to Avoid Them)

One of our favorite things about bird watching is the changes that come with the seasons. It’s forever exciting to see hummingbirds arriving back in the spring, and flocks of finches returning to backyard feeders

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Birdfeeder Bullies: 5 Birds That Will Hijack Your Feeder & What to Do About It

Not all bird feeder visitors are created equal. Some birds – even beautiful, colorful backyard visitors like the blue jay – can be considered backyard bullies because they can monopolize your feeders and keep other

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Tip Of The Day

One common bird feeding mistake is using low-quality seed mixes that contain fillers like milo, wheat, or cracked corn, which many birds discard. Instead, opt for high-quality seeds such as black oil sunflower seeds, nyjer, and safflower, which are preferred by a wide variety of birds and ensure a cleaner feeding area.

7 Mistakes Everyone Makes in Choosing Bird Feeders (and How to Avoid Them)

The last things you want when choosing a bird feeder are wasted money or anything that scares off your birds. With the help of my beginner birdwatcher list, I’ll make sure you choose a feeder

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Quote Of The Day

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The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second best time is now.

- Chinese Proverb

Until Next Time…

Thank you for joining us in our mission to create bird-friendly environments. We hope these insights help you avoid common pitfalls and enjoy a bustling backyard of happy birds. Until next time, happy birding!

- Wild Bird Scoop Team