Keeping in mind that to minimize birds hitting windows (a serious problem), feeders should be either 3 feet within a window or at least 30 feet away ( 2).Leave new feeders up for a minimum of two weeks before trying another spot. Don’t give up too early, though it can take several weeks for birds to find and test out your feeder locations.
While my woodpeckers will feed anywhere, my nuthatches are more prone to a log feeder in a protected area. When it comes to suet feeders – location, location, location is everything! Experiment until you find what works best. Vulnerable to bully birds, squirrels, and other wildlife, open trays can be a great way to introduce birds to suet if they aren’t used to it. Chunks, leftovers, and pellets can be spread about by larger birds, and entice different birds a chance to sample the suet. Open trays – Tray feeders can be a great way to introduce suet to a wider variety of birds. They can be filled with cakes, balls, or chunks without needing specific sizes, and offer the perfect spot for small clinging birds. Mesh bags – Ideal for small birds like nuthatches and tits, suet filled bags are a great way to recycle and offer a feed. As a bonus, they provide a more natural-looking environment for your feeders. They can be easily purchased or made, and are especially good at providing a natural perch for birds while keeping the suet dry and protected. Suet logs – Simple logs with predrilled holes filled with suet make a suet log feeder. Upgrades to the basic suet cage include tail props for clinging birds and covers to protect the suet from the elements and predators. Suet cages – Made of coated wire for ease of use, cages are best for independent hanging and to attach to other feeders. A combination of these feeders is your best bet for keeping bully birds and wildlife at bay while attracting more birds to your feeders.īuilt-in baffles are great at deterring squirrels, raccoons, and other wildlife, while grills, mesh, and upside down designs can keep away larger and bully birds. If you want to add fat balls to your range of bird foods, give us a call on freephone: 08 and we can chat about what type of fat ball feeder would be best for your garden.Suet feeders come in four main variations, each offering a different solution to attracting suet loving birds to your feeder. We always recommend putting fresh clean water out every day of the year. The wide diameter cage means even when the birds land on the guardian, long necks and beaks still cannot reach the food within.ĭon’t forget that wild birds need water as much as food for drinking and bathing. View our excellent range of starling proof fat ball bird feeders. It even deters all but the most determined large birds such as starlings. This heavy gauge coated steel guardian cage protects the bird feeder within from marauding squirrels and parakeets. Take a look at our Fat Ball and Suet Guardian Feeder. How can I stop squirrels eating the fat balls? They make an attractive feature and effective feeder for small birds in every garden. Our Pyramid Suet Ball & Fat Ball Feeder is especially good at attracting small birds who can cling to the frame, while larger more dominant birds find accessing the suet and fat balls more difficult.
You can also buy tube fat ball feeders that hold up to four fat balls and can be hung from trees, poles or your garden feeding station.
This allows more birds to feed at one time and means less frequent refilling for you! Our Fat Ball Feeder Ring is made from heavy gauge steel for a longer life and will hold up to six fat balls. What types of fat ball feeders can I use? Unlike humans, birds have such high-energy lives that they won’t become overweight. Birds carry a layer of fat as ‘fuel’ just beneath the surface of the skin. Fat balls offer a tasty treat for your birds, while providing them with the fat they need for energy and warmth throughout the day and night.
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